By eatmundo · July 12, 2026
🇱🇧AI-generated imageSame ingredients, elsewhere in the world
3 matchesDishes from other countries' kitchens, made from the same core ingredients as Kibbet Laqteen. The percentage is the share of ingredients the two recipes have in common.
Nohutlu Pilav (Chickpea Rice Pilaf)In Türkiye · same ingredients57%
Dam-e Bulgur (Bulgur Pilaf)In Iran · same ingredients50%
Revithia sto Fourno: Baked Chickpeas from SifnosIn Greece · same ingredients50%
A delightful Lebanese pumpkin kibbeh, traditionally made during the harvest season. A hearty vegetarian dish where pumpkin and bulgur create a unique texture, stuffed with a spiced onion and chickpea mixture.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Kibbet Laqteen from another cuisine is Nohutlu Pilav (Türkiye): the two share 57% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
tick what you already have - the rest goes on your shopping listHow to Make It
- 1
Steam 500g of peeled and cubed pumpkin until soft, about 15 minutes, then mash thoroughly.
- 2
Combine the mashed pumpkin with 300g of fine bulgur in a large bowl, letting it rest for 20 minutes to hydrate.
- 3
Sauté 3 finely diced onions in olive oil until translucent, then add 200g of cooked chickpeas and spices.
- 4
Season the onion and chickpea stuffing with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon.
- 5
Knead the pumpkin-bulgur mixture with your hands until it forms a consistent dough.
- 6
Take a handful of the dough and form into small, hollow oval shapes.
- 7
Stuff each oval with the onion-chickpea mixture and seal the edges tightly with damp fingers.
- 8
Arrange in a baking tray, brush with olive oil, and bake at 200°C for 25 minutes until crispy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kibbet Laqteen?
Kibbet Laqteen is a Lebanese vegetarian dish consisting of a mixture of pumpkin, bulgur wheat, and chickpeas seasoned with spices like cinnamon and black pepper. It is typically consumed as a main course or appetizer, often during the autumn harvest season.
What type of bulgur should I use for Kibbet Laqteen?
Use fine bulgur wheat (#1), as it hydrates perfectly with the pumpkin puree to create a smooth, manageable dough.
How do I ensure the pumpkin mixture is not too watery?
After steaming the pumpkin, drain it thoroughly in a colander and press out excess moisture before mixing it with the bulgur.
What is the best way to cook the chickpea filling?
Sauté finely diced onions in olive oil until translucent, then toss with cooked chickpeas and season with salt, pepper and a pinch of cinnamon.
How can I tell when the kibbeh is fully baked?
It is done when the top forms a crispy, golden-brown crust and the edges begin to pull slightly away from the baking dish.
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