Best 3 Stuffed Grape Leaves Dolma With Egg Lemon Sauce Avgolemono Recipes
Welcome to the world of culinary delights, where flavors dance on your palate and the aroma of delectable dishes fills the air. Today, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind cooking "Stuffed Grape Leaves Dolma with Egg Lemon Sauce Avgolemono." This delectable dish, steeped in history and tradition, is a testament to the culinary artistry of the Mediterranean region. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this guide will provide you with the essential steps and tips to create an unforgettable dining experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of flavors, as we delve into the art of preparing stuffed grape leaves dolma, accompanied by the divine egg lemon sauce avgolemono.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
DOLMAS (STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES)
The spices may seem like a strange combination, but this is a wonderful, delicate traditional Turkish dish with a twist. Serve chilled, as is traditional, or warm, as desired. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over dolmas before serving.
Provided by WhirledPeas
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until tender. Stir in rice and hot water to cover. Cover and simmer until rice is half cooked, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in tomato paste, currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, mint leaves, dill weed, allspice and cumin. Let mixture cool.
- Prepare a large pot by placing an inverted plate on the bottom; this protects the dolmas from direct heat when steaming.
- Rinse grape leaves in warm water; drain and cut off any stems. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cooled rice mixture in the center of a leaf. Fold in the sides and then roll into a cigar shape. Place in prepared pot. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Pour in just enough warm water to reach the bottom of the first layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked. Check the water level often and add more as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 846.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES WITH EGG-LEMON SAUCE BY SY
One of my all-time favorite Greek Dishes! The Egg-Lemon Sauce and squeezed lemon wedges really makes this dish delicious! If you can't find ground lamb you can just use ground beef. Further, I sometimes use ground turkey! However if you do, you need to make sure this dish is cooked throughly.
Provided by SkipperSy
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 2h15m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- GRAPE LEAVES DIRECTIONS: Sauté onions and celery with 1 tablespoon butter, until wilted In a big bowl add ground meat, onion and celery, rice, mint, parsley, pine nuts (optional) and salt & pepper; mix well!
- Remove grape leaves from the jar and open up onto a big plate.
- Remove one leaf (the bigger the better) and place onto a flat surface; with the shiny side down.
- Place a small amount of the filling toward the stem side of the leaf and then roll up (tuck in the left and right side as you roll) toward the top of the leaf.
- Make sure you do not put to much filling in each one.
- Then place them in a Corningware dish or sauce pan as noted below.
- In a large Corningware dish (or saucepan) grease the bottom with a little oil and then line the bottom with some of the smaller grape leaves.
- Place some of the smaller grape leaves in the dish/pan.
- Put into the dish/pan the rolled grape leaves and arrange in layers with each grape leaf close together.
- Add chicken stock, juice of 1 lemon, dry wine and remaining tablespoons of butter.
- In order to prevent the grape leaves from opening up during cooking, place a small flat Corningware plate on top of the grape leaves.
- Then place the Corningware glass cover upside down and onto the small flat plate.
- Cook, simmer on a low heat for about 1 hour.
- While cooling make the Egg-Lemon Sauce; See directions below.
- Place several grape leaves on a dish and then pour some of the hot Egg-Lemon Sauce on top.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- EGG-LEMON SAUCE DIRECTIONS: Lightly beat 2 egg yolks with 1/4 cup water.
- Squeeze juice from 2 lemons and add water for a total of 3/4 cup liquid.
- Add salt.
- Heat oil in a small pan and then add the cornstarch stirring; add a little of the lemon juice/water to prevent it from becoming lumpy.
- Next add a little of the lemon juice/water until smooth, then gradually add all the liquid and continue stirring until smooth.
- Remove from the heat for about 1 minutes.
- Then gradually add the beaten egg yolks stirring/whisk until smooth (Keep in mind that heating will cause the eggs to set, which you don't want to do).
- NOTE: The next day the grape leaves will taste even better, when heated up in a frying pan and then served with the Egg-Lemon Sauce.
- Or Microwave the grape leaves with some of the Egg-Lemon Sauces on top, prior to heating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 50.6, Sodium 661.9, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 8
STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES (DOLMA) WITH EGG-LEMON SAUCE (AVGOLEMONO)
This is a Greek recipe that I developed from 3 different recipes, and it is DELICIOUS! The recipe serves 4-6 people as a main dish, but you can serve more people as an appetizer. It is also great to bring to a potluck buffet.
Provided by Alan Leonetti
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- DOLMA DIRECTIONS:.
- Saute onions and celery with 1 tablespoon butter until wilted. In a large bowl, add ground lamb, onions, celery, rice, mint sauce, parsley, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Remove grape leaves from jar and open up onto a large plate.
- Remove one leaf (the bigger the better) and place onto a flat surface with shiny side down.
- Place a small amount of the filling toward the stem side of the leaf and then roll up (tuck in the left and the right side as you roll) towards the top of the leaf.
- Make sure you do not put too much filling in each one.
- Grease the bottom of a Corningware dish or Saucepot with a little oil or Pam, and then line the bottom with some of the smaller grape leaves that you did not use as rollups.
- Place into the dish/pot the rolled grape leaves close together and arrange in layers.
- Add chicken stock, lemon juice, wine or sherry, and remaining tablespoons of butter.
- In order to prevent the grape leaves from opening up during cooking, place a small flat Corningware plate or lid on top of the grape leaves.
- Then place Corningware glass cover onto the Corningware pot.
- Simmer on low for about 1 hour.
- After the 1 hour, set aside to cool.
- While cooling, make the egg-lemon sauce.
- After the sauce is made and you have drained the stuffed grape leaves by holding the lid in place and pouring the liquid into the sink, place several stuffed grape leaves on a dish and pour some hot egg-lemon sauce on top and serve.
- EGG-LEMON SAUCE DIRECTIONS:.
- Lightly beat 2 egg yolks with 1/4 cup of water.
- In a measuring cup, place 2 or 3 tablespoons lemon juice and add enough water for a total of 3/4 cup of liquid. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in a small pot and then add the cornstarch, stirring. Add a little of the lemon juice and water mixture to prevent it from becoming lumpy.
- Next, add a little more of the lemon juice and water mixture until smooth, and then add the rest of the lemon juice and water mixture and continue stirring until smooth.
- Remove from the heat for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the beaten egg yolk mixture, stirring with a whisk until smooth. (Keep in mind that heating will cause the eggs to set, which you do NOT want to do.).
- NOTE: If you have any stuffed grape leaves leftover, you can heat them in a frying pan the next day and serve with the egg-lemon sauce. Or microwave the stuffed grape leaves with some egg-lemon sauce on top, prior to heating.
Tips for Making Perfect Stuffed Grape Leaves:
- Choose fresh, tender grape leaves: Look for leaves that are a deep green color and have no tears or holes. If you can't find fresh grape leaves, you can use jarred grape leaves, but be sure to rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Soak the grape leaves in hot water: This will help to soften the leaves and make them more pliable. Soak them for at least 15 minutes, or until they are pliable enough to roll.
- Use a variety of fillings: The classic filling for stuffed grape leaves is a mixture of rice, ground lamb, and herbs, but there are many other variations you can try. Some popular fillings include spinach and feta, chicken and rice, and vegetarian fillings made with lentils or beans.
- Roll the grape leaves tightly: This will help to keep the filling from falling out. Use a toothpick or skewer to secure the leaves if necessary.
- Cook the stuffed grape leaves in a flavorful broth: The broth will help to keep the leaves moist and flavorful. You can use a simple broth made with water, salt, and pepper, or you can use a more flavorful broth made with chicken or vegetable stock.
- Serve the stuffed grape leaves with a variety of sauces: The classic sauce for stuffed grape leaves is avgolemono sauce, a creamy lemon sauce made with eggs and lemon juice. You can also serve them with a simple tomato sauce or a yogurt sauce.
Conclusion:
Stuffed grape leaves are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are a popular dish in many cultures around the world, and there are many different variations on the classic recipe. With a little practice, you can make perfect stuffed grape leaves that will impress your family and friends.
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