DOLMAS (STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES)

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A favorite appetizer in Greece and throughout the Middle East. It can be prepared ahead and served either hot or cold.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h5m

Yield 40 appetizers, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chicken broth
1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground lamb
3/4 cup rice (uncooked)
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried mint, crushed
8 ounces grape leaves
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
plain yogurt
lemon slice (for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix 1/2 cup chicken broth, beef, lamb, rice, onion, pine nuts, parsley, garlic and mint. Set aside.
  • Gently rinse grape leaves and pat dry with paper towels. Arrange on a work surface with the shiny side down. Place 1 tablespoon meat mixture in the center of a grape leaf. Tuck in ends and roll tightly toward the leaf point. Repeat until meat mixture and leaves are used up.
  • Arrange wrapped leaves, in layers, in a large sauce pan with seam side down. Cover leaves with remaining broth and the lemon juice. Weight leaves with a heavy plate to prevent opening.
  • Cook over low heat 45 minutes.
  • Serve with plain yogurt; garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 59.3, Sodium 1151.8, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 20.9

Sojib S
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I've never made dolmas before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out great and my family loved them.


Neil Srivastava
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I made these dolmas for my family and they loved them! I will definitely be making them again.


Frank Bigbro
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These dolmas were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


shades 5747
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I've been making dolmas for years, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The filling is so flavorful and the grape leaves are cooked to perfection.


David Baldwin
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These dolmas were perfect! I made them for a party and everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Sarah Wanyenze
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I had a hard time rolling the grape leaves. I think I need more practice.


Same Ahmed
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These dolmas were a bit too sour for my taste. I think I'll use less lemon juice next time.


Fredrick Emmanuel
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I've never had dolmas before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed them. The grape leaves were tender and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Skylinkup Blog
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These dolmas were delicious! I made them for my family and they loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Patricia Nyamungu
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I had a hard time finding grape leaves, but I finally found them at a specialty store. The dolmas turned out great, but they were a lot of work.


Rashed Mondol
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These dolmas were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Saudi Nepal
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these dolmas were to make. They're a bit time-consuming, but they're definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


Thomase Nutter
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These dolmas were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Jahangir Bozdar
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I've made dolmas before, but this recipe is definitely my favorite. The filling is so flavorful and the grape leaves are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


For Me
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Easy to follow recipe and delicious results! I used a mix of ground beef and lamb for the filling, and it turned out perfectly. The grape leaves were a bit tricky to work with at first, but I got the hang of it after a few tries.


Yasir 2022 khan Jaan
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These dolmas were a delightful culinary experience. The grape leaves were tender and flavorful, while the filling was a savory blend of rice, herbs, and spices. I especially appreciated the tangy flavor of the lemon-herb sauce.