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Beyti Sarma
Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Kubba
An Iraqi bulgur dumpling filled with spiced beef and simmered in a tangy tomato broth until tender and juicy inside.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 23 min📖 1 min readServes 6~430 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
45 min prep 38 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 23 min- Prep45 min
- Cooking38 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
Dış hamur
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Fine bulgur
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Flour
İç harç
- 450 gram Ground beef
- 2 Onions
- 0.3 bunch Parsley
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
Baharat
- 0.7 tsp(~3.5 ml) Allspice
- 0.7 tsp(~3.5 ml) Black pepper
General
- 1.5 dessert spoon(~15 ml) Salt
Sos
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Lemon juice
For cooking
- 1.7 l Water
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the bulgur in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain the excess water.
15 min15:00 - 2
Knead the bulgur with flour and half the salt into an elastic outer dough.
- 3
Fry the onion in oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the ground beef and cook for 8 minutes, until its juices evaporate.
8 min08:00 - 5
Mix parsley, allspice, black pepper, and the remaining salt into the filling.
- 6
Open pieces of bulgur dough, fill with the beef mixture, and seal.
- 7
Cook the kubba gently for 20 minutes in tomato and lemon water.
20 min20:00
💡 Tip: Do not leave the outer dough too thick; a thin shell that does not crack keeps kubba both light and juicy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve in deep plates with the tomato broth, optional pickles, and lemon wedges.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
24
g protein
52
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 48%Fat 30%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Kubba make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Kubba take?
Prep 45 minutes, cooking 38 minutes; 83 minutes in total.Is Kubba difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Kubba have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 52g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Kubba contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Kubba belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Kubba need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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