Dolma (Algerian Stuffed Vegetables) Recipe

Name: Dolma (Algerian Stuffed Vegetables)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 zucchini (each about 7 inches long); 2 potatoes (each about 4 inches long); 1/2 lb ground beef or 1/2 lb lamb; 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, divided; 2 tablespoons rice, uncooked; 1 tablespoon onion, chopped; 1 egg, beaten; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons oil; 1/3 cup onion, chopped; 1 lb lamb shank, in 4 pieces; 3 cups water; 1/2 cup chickpeas; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 zucchini (each about 7 inches long)
2 potatoes (each about 4 inches long)
1/2 lb ground beef or 1/2 lb lamb
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, divided
2 tablespoons rice, uncooked
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons oil
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1 lb lamb shank, in 4 pieces
3 cups water
1/2 cup chickpeas
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Peel the zucchini and potatoes.
2
Chop the stem off the zucchinis.
3
Chop the potatoes and zucchini in half short ways so now you have 4 zucchini pieces, each about 3 inches long and 4 potato pieces, each about 2 inches long.
4
Carefully scoop out the inside of each zucchini piece, leaving a wall about 1/4 inch thick around. Discard the scooped out part.
5
Carefully scoop out each potato in the same manner but save the scooped out portion.
6
Mix together the ground meat, 1 tablespoon of parsley, rice, egg, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
7
Stuff the meat mixture into the potatoes and zucchini, loosely.
8
Heat oil in large pan and saute onion and lamb together.
9
Add the water and bring to boil over medium high heat.
10
Add the chick peas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
11
Put the stuffed vegetables in the sauce along with the reserved potato pieces. Cook covered for 1/2 hour.
12
Remove from heat and add lemon juice and 1 tbsp parsley.

710

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 zucchini (each about 7 inches long), 2 potatoes (each about 4 inches long), 1/2 lb ground beef or 1/2 lb lamb, 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, divided, and more.

Yes, Dolma (Algerian Stuffed Vegetables) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dolma (Algerian Stuffed Vegetables)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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