Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves) Recipe

Name: Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground pork; 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons parsley; ⅓ cup chopped fresh coriander; 1 tablespoon chopped mint; 1/2 cup raw rice; Black pepper to taste; About 5 dozen large grape leaves, preserved in brine; 4 cups beef broth or stock; 3 cups plain yogurt

Servings: persons

1 pound lean ground pork
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons parsley
⅓ cup chopped fresh coriander
1 tablespoon chopped mint
1/2 cup raw rice
Black pepper to taste
About 5 dozen large grape leaves, preserved in brine
4 cups beef broth or stock
3 cups plain yogurt

1
In a large bowl, mix together the pork, beef, onion, parsley, coriander, mint, rice and black pepper.
2
Separate the grape leaves and rinse in warm water.
3
Cut off the stems.
4
Arrange 10 leaves in a heavy-bottomed pot to keep the dolmas from burning.
5
Place each of the remaining leaves, shiny side down, on the counter.
6
Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each leaf and roll up.
7
Fold the stem end over the filling.
8
Then fold in the sides and continue rolling up.
9
Stack the rolls, seam side down, on the grape leaves in the pot.
10
When all the filling has been used up, pour the beef broth over the dolmas.
11
Place a plate on top of the dolmas and bring the liquid to a boil.
12
Cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes.
13
Drain well.
14
Serve at room temperature or cold with yogurt on the side.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound lean ground pork, 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons parsley, and more.

Yes, Dolmas (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.

Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

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