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Spiced meat-filled fried bulgur croquette
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Harra kibbeh (120 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 252 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.7 g of carbs, 14.2 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 120 g
302
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
24.7g
· 9% DV
Protein
14.2g
· 28% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 18% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.14 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 277 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 378 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 180 g | 454 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 630 kcal |
Calculated from 252 calories per 100 g.
Harra kibbeh is a fried bulgur croquette with a spiced minced-meat filling. Its crisp shell and savory center make it a Levantine-style kibbeh; recipes vary in shape, seasonings, and how much heat the filling has.
To make harra kibbeh, form a bulgur-based dough around seasoned minced meat, seal each piece, and fry until golden and crisp. Keep the shell evenly thick and seal any cracks so the filling stays inside during frying.
Harra kibbeh typically combines bulgur and minced meat in the outer shell, with a separate seasoned minced-meat filling. Onion and spices are common additions, while the exact ingredients vary between family and regional recipes.
Harra kibbeh is a type of kibbeh, not a completely separate dish. The name and recipes emphasize a spiced, often hot flavor, while other kibbeh styles may be baked, fried, served raw, or shaped and seasoned differently.
Harra kibbeh belongs to the broader Levantine kibbeh tradition, associated with cuisines such as Syrian and Lebanese. Recipes travel across the region, so it is safer to describe it as Levantine than to assign it exclusively to one town.
Harra kibbeh can split if the bulgur shell has cracks, uneven thin spots, or an imperfect seal, or if it is overfilled. Smooth the shell closed, use a moderate amount of filling, and lower the pieces carefully into the hot oil.
Serve harra kibbeh with lemon, a fresh salad, or a cool yogurt-based sauce to balance its fried, spiced flavor. Rice or another grain can turn it into a more substantial meal.
Harra kibbeh is seasoned, and some versions are distinctly hot, but the heat is not identical in every recipe. The amount and type of chili determine the spice level, so homemade harra kibbeh can be adjusted to taste.
Yes, harra kibbeh can be baked, though the shell usually will not be as crisp as the fried version. Arrange the pieces on a baking sheet, brush or spray them lightly with oil, and bake until browned and cooked through.
Yes, you can freeze harra kibbeh before frying: arrange the shaped pieces separately until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container. Fry them from frozen without thawing first, allowing extra cooking time so the centers heat through.
Vitamins
B12
0.94µg · 39% DV
B3
4.08mg · 26% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
186mg · 27% DV
Zinc
2.7mg · 25% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
318mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Harra kibbeh is a Levantine-style kibbeh: a bulgur shell wrapped around a spiced minced-meat filling, then fried. The name suggests a hot, peppery version, though the seasoning and exact preparation vary between households and regions.
The outside turns crisp while the centre stays tender and savoury. It is commonly served as a snack or part of a mezze spread, with salad, lemon or a cool yoghurt dip; it also works as a small meal. Bulgur contributes carbohydrates and the meat adds protein, while frying makes it richer in fat. For a lighter plate, bake the kibbeh and pair it with plenty of fresh vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 39.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (39.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.