Greek Meat-Stuffed Grape Leaves / Dolmadakia me Kima Recipe

Name: Greek Meat-Stuffed Grape Leaves / Dolmadakia me Kima
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb grape leaves; 2 lb ground meat; 1 large onion, grated; 12 scallions, diced; 2 1/2 cup rice; 1/2 cup chopped dill; 1/2 cup chopped mint; 1/2 cup chopped parsley; 4 eggs; 1 juice from lemon; 1 olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb grape leaves
2 lb ground meat
1 large onion, grated
12 scallions, diced
2 1/2 cup rice
1/2 cup chopped dill
1/2 cup chopped mint
1/2 cup chopped parsley
4 eggs
1 juice from lemon
1 olive oil

1
Rinse grape leaves and blanch for 3-5 minutes, drain and let cool
2
Combine ground meat (I used beef, you can use a beef and pork combo if you like) with onion, scallions, herbs, rice and 2 eggs.
3
Mix thoroughly.
4
Add olive oil to large deep pan.
5
Use a spoonful of mixture and form cylinder shape in your palm.
6
Place the filling into the center of the grape leaf (shiny side should be down) and fold in the sides and roll up.
7
Arrange the dolmadakia tightly into the pan with the seam down.
8
Pour in oil and a cup of water.
9
There should be enough to create three layers high.
10
Take a large inverted plate and place it over the dolmadakia to keep them from unraveling.
11
Simmer over medium-low heat for about an hour till the rice has absorbed the water.
12
Make sure to check on them and add water as needed.
13
For the egg-lemon sauce: Beat two eggs with lemon juice and then beat in one cup of the pan juices.
14
Pour over the dolmadakia, shake gently to distribute.

914

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb grape leaves, 2 lb ground meat, 1 large onion, grated, 12 scallions, diced, and more.

Yes, Greek Meat-Stuffed Grape Leaves / Dolmadakia me Kima falls under the General 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.

Greek Meat-Stuffed Grape Leaves / Dolmadakia me Kima

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