Iraqi Beef Kubba with Mint Yogurt
A delicious Iraqi beef kubba recipe served with refreshing mint yogurt.
Ingredients
- For the kubba:
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 cup fine bulgur
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the mint yogurt:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bulgur, onion, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Wet your hands and take a golf ball-sized portion of the beef mixture. Form it into an oval shape, then use your finger to create a hollow space in the center. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the kubbas in batches until golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the beef kubbas with the mint yogurt sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 26gFat: 16gFiber: 4g
