Dolmathes Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Dolmathes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb; 2 large onions (grated); ½ cup fresh parsley (minced); ½ cup long grain rice; 2 egg whites (save yolks for sauce); 2 tablespoons of fresh mint; 1 lb grape leaves; 2 quarts chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups lamb broth; ⅓ cup lemon juice; 2 eggs; 2 egg yolks

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground lamb
2 large onions (grated)
½ cup fresh parsley (minced)
½ cup long grain rice
2 egg whites (save yolks for sauce)
2 tablespoons of fresh mint
1 lb grape leaves
2 quarts chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups lamb broth
⅓ cup lemon juice
2 eggs
2 egg yolks

1
Mix lamb, onions, parsley, rice, egg whites and mint.
2
Rinse, drain, and separate grape leaves.
3
Cover bottom of saucepan with leaves to make rolling easier.
4
Place one teaspoon filling on bottom of leaf.
5
Fold over, fold in sides, and roll up.
6
Repeat until all filling is used.
7
Place closely together in layers (first one direction, then the other) in saucepan.
8
Add 2 quarts of broth to cover rolls.
9
Put small plate over rolls to hold down.
10
Cover and simmer gently for one hour.
11
Remove rolls to serving platter.
12
Make the sauce:.
13
In a sauce pan, mix cornstarch with small amount of broth until smooth.
14
Slowly add remaining broth while stirring.
15
Add lemon juice.
16
Beat 2 eggs and 2 reserved egg yolks.
17
Slowly add egg mixture to broth, continuing to stir.
18
Stir over low heat until thickened.
19
Serve over rolls.

1465

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

152

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground lamb, 2 large onions (grated), ½ cup fresh parsley (minced), ½ cup long grain rice, and more.

Yes, Dolmathes 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.

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Dolmathes

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Variations & substitutions

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