Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves) Recipe

Name: Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb, coarsely ground; 1 teaspoon allspice; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 lemon, juice of; 30 grape leaves; 1 cup yellow onion, chopped; 1 cup long grain rice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon dried dill; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 tablespoons mint

Servings: persons

1 lb lamb, coarsely ground
1 teaspoon allspice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1 lemon, juice of
30 grape leaves
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1 cup long grain rice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon dried dill
1 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons mint

1
Mix all the ingredients for the filling (onions through salt & pepper). Pick out the smallest leaves in the jar for lining the pot with.
2
Cut off the stems from the grape leaves. Put a leaf on the counter, shiny side down. Roll the filling into a 3/4 inch ball, and place near the broad end of the leaf. Fold over left and right segments, then roll the ball up in the leaf toward the tip. Don't wrap too tightly, as the rice needs to expand. Place the packet loose side down in a 2 quart heavy lidded kettle (lined with some of the smaller leaves). Place the dolmades close to one another so they will not come undone while cooking. Cover the first layer with another layer of small leaves, and continue to layer until all dolmades are used.
3
Place a heavy plate on top of the dolmades to act as a weight during cooking. Mix the chicken stock and lemon juice for the broth, and add to leaves in pot. Cover and bring to a simmer. Cook for one hour, remove from heat and allow to cool for another hour. Don't remove the lid, or the leaves will oxidize and darken.
4
Serve with Tzaziki sauce.
5
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1546

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lamb, coarsely ground, 1 teaspoon allspice, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, salt & freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

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