Kibbeh Roulade

Kibbeh Roulade is a delightful twist on traditional Lebanese cuisine, featuring a spiced meat filling rolled in a flavorful crust made from almond flour. This Paleo-friendly dish brings rich flavors and textures to your plate, perfect for a comforting yet healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 150 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Garlic cloves, minced - 2
• Pine nuts - 50 grams
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Egg - 1 large
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the pine nuts, cinnamon, allspice, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the pine nuts are slightly toasted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
5. In a bowl, combine almond flour, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, egg, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until a dough forms.
6. On a sheet of parchment paper, spread the almond flour mixture into a rectangle, about 1 cm thick.
7. Spread the cooled lamb mixture evenly over the almond flour layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Using the parchment paper to help, carefully roll the mixture into a log shape.
9. Transfer the rolled kibbeh to a baking dish and brush the top with olive oil.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let it cool slightly before slicing into rounds. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, which are beneficial for heart health.

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