Stuffed Grape Leaves (Vegetarian) Recipe

Name: Stuffed Grape Leaves (Vegetarian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 36 each grape leaves; 1 1/4 cups long grain rice brown; 1 large onions chopped; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped; 2 each tomatoes peeled and chopped; 1/2 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup raisins, seedless; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or allspice; 2 each garlic cloves crushed; 1 x black pepper; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup water; 1-2 each lemon juice

Servings: persons

36 each grape leaves
1 1/4 cups long grain rice brown
1 large onions chopped
2 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped
2 each tomatoes peeled and chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup raisins, seedless
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or allspice
2 each garlic cloves crushed
1 x black pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup water
1-2 each lemon juice

1
Drain Leaves and Rinse Under Cold Water & Drain Again.
2
Half Fill a Large Saucepan With Water, add the Rice and Boil for 10 Min., Then Drain and Mix With the Onion, Parsley, Tomatoes, Pine Nuts, Raisins, Cinnamon or Allspice, Garlic & Pepper To Taste.
3
Palce a Heaping Teaspoon Of the Filling on Each Leaf.
4
Fold the Edges Over and the the Little Bundles Side By Side in a Frying Pan With a Lid.
5
Mix Together the Oil and Water and Pour Over the Grape Leaves.
6
Sprinkle a Little Lemon Juice on Top 5.
7
Cook Covered Over a Very Gentle Heat for 2 to 2 1/2 Hours until the Rice and Leaves Are Tender.
8
add More Water If Necessary.
9
Cool, Then Chill.
10
Arrange the Stuffed Leaves on a Large Plate or in a Shallow Basket With a Bowl Of Yogurt & Mint Dressing in the Middle To Dip the Leaves Into.
11
Garnish With Lemon Slices.
12
Yogurt & Mint Dressing: About 1/2 cup Of Yogurt and 2 tablespoon Chopped Mint.
13
Mixed Together.

1280

kcal

Calories

Fat

228

Carbs

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 36 each grape leaves, 1 1/4 cups long grain rice brown, 1 large onions chopped, 2 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Grape Leaves (Vegetarian) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Grape Leaves (Vegetarian)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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