Air Fryer Kibbeh

This is my dad's version of Lebanese kibbeh cooked in an air fryer. Compared to frying it in a skillet with oil, the air-fried version has much more flavor. You can really taste the mint and peppers. I don't think we will ever fry it again.

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

1 cup medium-grind bulgur
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
3 serrano chile peppers, chopped, or more to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
1 pound 97% lean ground beef
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, or as needed

Directions

Soak bulgur in a bowl of water until soft to the bite, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain.
Combine onion, serranos, and mint in a food processor; process until forms a paste. Transfer to a large bowl; add ground beef and bulgur. Season with salt and black pepper; mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.
Form into small balls; rub balls with a small amount of butter. Place in an air fryer basket.
Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

257	Calories
13g	Fat
20g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 257
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	16%
Saturated Fat 5g	27%
Cholesterol 49mg	16%
Sodium 50mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5g	17%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 17g	33%
Vitamin C 3mg	4%
Calcium 21mg	2%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 261mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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