Ingredients
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To create this savory dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 jar grape leaves (canned, rinsed)
- 1 cup rice (short or medium grain)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh herbs (a mix of parsley, dill, and mint)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to make your stuffed grape leaves:
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the rice, salt, and pepper, and cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- Remove the pan from the heat.
- Add the chopped fresh herbs and lemon juice to the rice mixture, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Wrap the Grape Leaves:
- Lay a grape leaf flat on a clean surface with the vein side up.
- Place a spoonful of the rice and herb filling at the base of the leaf.
- Fold in the sides and roll the leaf tightly, starting from the base and working your way up.
- Cook the Stuffed Leaves:
- Arrange the stuffed grape leaves in a pot, seam side down, in a single layer or slightly overlapping.
- Pour the vegetable broth or water over the leaves, ensuring they are mostly covered.
- Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for about 40 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
- Serve:
- Allow the stuffed grape leaves to cool slightly before serving.
- Drizzle with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 normal portion
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g