Keto Kibbeh

Keto Kibbeh is a low-carb twist on the traditional Lebanese dish, featuring a flavorful meat filling encased in a rich almond flour shell. This hearty lunch option is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet while still enjoying authentic Middle Eastern flavors.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb - 250 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Egg - 1, beaten

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
3. Add the ground lamb to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and cumin, and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley, then remove from heat and let the filling cool.
5. In a bowl, combine the almond flour, remaining olive oil, and beaten egg to form a dough.
6. Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten each portion into a disk, and place half of the meat filling in the center of each disk.
7. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a sealed oval shape, ensuring the filling is completely enclosed.
8. Place the kibbeh on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with a little olive oil.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Let them cool slightly before serving with a side of salad or yogurt.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, ideal for maintaining ketosis.

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