Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades)
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Recipe Summary Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades)
This is a delicious variation of a common Middle Eastern dish using grape leaves stuffed with lamb and a variety of seasonings.Ingredients | How To Dry Tea Leaves After Use1 ½ pounds ground lamb2 medium onions, finely chopped⅔ cup long grain white rice⅔ cup pine nuts1 teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed1 ½ cups waterDirectionsMix the lamb, onions, rice, pine nuts, salt, pepper, and mint into a bowl until evenly combined. Gently open up a grape leaf, and place rib-side down onto your work surface. Place a rounded tablespoon of the meat mixture into the center of the grape leaf. Fold the bottom of the leaf over the meat, fold in the sides, and roll into a tight cylinder. Place the rolled grape leaf into a large skillet, seam-side down. Repeat with remaining grape leaves, packing them in a tight, single layer.Pour the water into the skillet, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, 50 to 55 minutes. Check occasionally and add more water if needed. Pour off water before serving.Info | How To Dry Tea Leaves After Useprep:
35 mins
cook:
55 mins
total:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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