Grilled, fried or raw – this meat-lover’s delight is delicious and versatile Kibbeh are one of the most popular dishes in Middle Eastern cuisine, big on meat and as versatile as they come. Image Credit: Stefan Lindeque/Gulf News
Meaty, flavourful and bite-sized, kibbeh are a popular staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, with every country having their own versions of this family favourite. The word itself is the plural form of the Arabic word ‘kubbah’, which means ‘ball’. But kibbeh aren’t constrained by their name and come in all shapes and sizes.
If you are new to the concept of kibbeh, here is what you can expect, no matter which style of the dish you try – a croquette having a meat-and-burghul or cracked wheat based dough, covering a meat stuffing. However, beyond these two basic elements, the kibbeh can take any shape, form or taste, depending on which country’s cuisine you try. This is because kibbeh are perhaps one of the most
The spicy, citrusy and slightly fruity pepper is Syria’s ambassador to the culinary world New to Syrian cuisine? Here is what you can expect. Image Credit: Stefan Lindeque/Gulf News
Crushed to perfection for seasoning, ground into a distinctly flavourful paste or just added whole to salads – the Aleppo chilli has carved itself a special niche in the culinary world. The Aleppo or
Halabi pepper, which comes from the northern Syrian city of Aleppo or
Halab – has been used for centuries, to season kebabs, stews, and sauces and this is what distinguishes Syrian cuisine from all others in the Middle East.