Dolmas Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe

Dolmas are grape leaves stuffed with a savory mix of rice, herbs, and sometimes meat. They're a popular dish in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

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Preparation Time: 30

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 30

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: servings

Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 cup Rice uncooked
1 lb Ground Beef
1 cup Onion finely chopped
½ cup Parsley chopped
¼ cup Pine Nuts toasted
¼ cup Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
1 jar Grape Leaves rinsed and drained
2 cups Chicken Broth

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice, ground beef, onion, parsley, pine nuts, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Place a grape leaf shiny side down. Add a spoonful of the mixture in the center. Fold the sides over and roll tightly.
3. Line the bottom of a large pot with grape leaves to prevent sticking. Arrange stuffed leaves seam side down in the pot.
4. Pour chicken broth over the stuffed leaves. Place a plate on top to keep them submerged.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 60 minutes until rice is cooked.
6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

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Keywords

Dolmas, Stuffed Grape Leaves

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