Lamb And Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe

Name: Lamb And Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 grape leaves preserved, drained; 1/2 cup long grain white rice; 3 1/2 ounces ground lamb; 1/2 small yellow onion peeled and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1/2 teaspoon baharat Middle Eastern spice mix; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; plain yogurt to serve; flatbread to serve, optional

Servings: persons

30 grape leaves preserved, drained
1/2 cup long grain white rice
3 1/2 ounces ground lamb
1/2 small yellow onion peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon baharat Middle Eastern spice mix
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
plain yogurt to serve
flatbread to serve, optional

1
Place the leaves in a large bowl, cover with cold water and leave to stand for 5 mins. Drain. Rinse the leaves in cold water and drain well.
2
Meanwhile, wash the rice in a small bowl until the water is clear. Drain well. Combine the rice, lamb, onion, pine nuts, mint and baharat in a small bowl.
3
Place the leaves, vein-sides up, on a clean work surface. Place a teaspoon of lamb filling on the bottom half of each leaf. Roll up firmly, folding in the sides to enclose filling.
4
Pack the rolls tightly over the base of a large saucepan in a single layer. Combine the oil, lemon juice and 1 cup of water in a bowl. Pour over the rolls. Weigh the rolls down with a heatproof heavy plate.
5
Cover, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, until cooked through and tender. Allow to cool in the pan. Serve at room temperature with yogurt and flatbread, if desired.

684

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

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: 30 grape leaves preserved, drained, 1/2 cup long grain white rice, 3 1/2 ounces ground lamb, 1/2 small yellow onion peeled and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lamb And Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves 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.

Lamb And Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves

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