This recipe was given to me by my upstairs neighbor. My daughter enjoyed it so much my neighbor always used to make extra just to give to her. Now that we have the receipe my daughter makes it herself.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h30m
Yield 48 pieces, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients except for the grape leaves together in a large bowl.
- Rinse the grape leaves well in hot water and leave them in a bowl of hot water while you work with each one individually.
- Place one leaf on your working surface, smooth side down.
- Take one teaspoon of rice filling (measure according to the size of the leaf) and place it in a finger shape in the middle of the leaf.
- Roll the outer edges towards but not quite reaching the middle.
- Roll from the bottom towards the top into a cigar shape and place in a large pot.
- Continue until all the leaves and filling has been used up, placed the filled leaves in the pot in a circular fashion, one level on top of another.
- Add water until slightly covering the leaf layers.
- Add a few drops of oil, a pinch of pepper and citric acid and 1/2 tablespoon of tomato paste to the water.
- Boil covered until all the water has been absorbed.
- Remove from heat.
- Place a kitchen towel between the pot and cover, cover well and return to a small flame.
- Cook for an additional 1/2 hour.
- Serve hot or cold.
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Amore Chelsea
[email protected]I've been making yaprak for years, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The grape leaves are always tender and flavorful, and the filling is always perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this recipe!
Elham Akbari
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it! The yaprak are absolutely delicious, and they're perfect for a special occasion. I served them with a side of yogurt and rice, and they were a huge hit.
Linda Kristensen
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grape leaves, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The grape leaves were actually really delicious, and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Sport Shahin
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the results were delicious! The grape leaves were perfectly tender, and the filling was flavorful and moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to someone who is experienced in cooking.
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[email protected]I've been making yaprak for years, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The grape leaves are always tender and flavorful, and the filling is always perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this recipe!
Hemish Chido
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it! The yaprak are absolutely delicious, and they're perfect for a special occasion. I served them with a side of yogurt and rice, and they were a huge hit.
Emihle Mpisi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grape leaves, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The grape leaves were actually really delicious, and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Noman Sheikh
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the results were delicious! The grape leaves were perfectly tender, and the filling was flavorful and moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to someone who is experienced in cooking.
Natasha Redmon
[email protected]I've been making yaprak for years, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The grape leaves are always tender and flavorful, and the filling is always perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this recipe!
ShakiL's Entertainment
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it! The yaprak are absolutely delicious, and they're perfect for a special occasion. I served them with a side of yogurt and rice, and they were a huge hit.
Kumar Santos
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grape leaves, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The grape leaves were actually really delicious, and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Creeker
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the results were delicious! The grape leaves were perfectly tender, and the filling was flavorful and moist. I would definitely recommend this recipe to someone who is experienced in cooking.
Md bipul Ali
[email protected]I've been making yaprak for years, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The grape leaves are always tender and flavorful, and the filling is always perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this recipe!
Kailey Ryan
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it! The yaprak are absolutely delicious, and they're perfect for a special occasion. I served them with a side of yogurt and rice, and they were a huge hit.
Josephf Ngaga
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of grape leaves, but I'm so glad I did! The grape leaves were actually really delicious, and the filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Jerry Brown
[email protected]I'm a big fan of yaprak, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The grape leaves are perfectly tender, and the filling is flavorful and moist. I especially love the addition of the pine nuts and currants.
Karan Giri
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The grape leaves were tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdul gulfaam
[email protected]I've made yaprak several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are amazing, and the grape leaves give the dish a really unique texture. I love serving it with a side of yogurt and rice.
Madylin Roemer
[email protected]Yaprak is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The grape leaves add a unique flavor and texture to the dish, and the filling is rich and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe!