DOLMAS-GRAPE LEAVES STUFFED WITH FRAGRANT RICE
Adapted from the Field of Greens Restaurant which opened in San Fransisco Bay in 1979 and changed forever the image of vegetarian cooking. The dinner chef learned to make these on the Greek island of Mykonos and brought the recipe to the restaurant. The rice's spicy, sweet flavor is a perfect contrast to the pungent grape leaves. These dolmas are surprisingly easy to make! Serve with wedges of lemon and some kalamata olives.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 45m
Yield 20-24 dolmas
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add 1 teaspoons salt, then stir in the rice, cinnamon, sugar, butter, and lemon zest. Allow pot to return to a boil, then cover and cook over low heat until the rice is just tender, 15-20 minutes(a littlemore for brown rice). The rice should be slightly undercooked at this point, since it will cook a little more when the dolmas steam.
- Move the rice to a bowl and, while it is still hot, toss with the currants(or raisins), pine nuts, and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Rinse and drain the grape leaves, pat them dry, and snip off the stems; spread them out on a work surface. Pack 1 tbls. rice in your hands to compress it and place in the center of each grape leaf. Fold in the bottom and the two sides, then roll toward the top until the entire grape leaf has been rolled.
- Brush the dolmas lightly with a little olive oil and set in a steamer basket. Place the steamer over boiling water, cover, and steam for 3-5 minutes, until heated through.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Gashu desta
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The dolmas were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.
Rachel Westrich (Charlie)
[email protected]These dolmas were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making them again.
Ugwunna Uche
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of dolmas, but I tried this recipe and I was surprised at how much I liked them. The filling was delicious and the grape leaves were not too tough.
Nicholas Roberts
[email protected]I've made dolmas a few times before, but this recipe is the best. The dolmas were so flavorful and the grape leaves were tender.
Md Sajib
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dolmas turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.
Susankayl
[email protected]These dolmas were amazing! The flavors were perfect and the grape leaves were cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves dolmas.
Saifull Noha
[email protected]I've never had dolmas before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. They were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.
Mathias Namafente
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grape leaves, but I really enjoyed these dolmas. The filling was flavorful and the grape leaves were not too tough.
Siciid Suhayb
[email protected]These dolmas were so good! I made them for a party and they were a hit. Everyone loved them.
Gianna Alarid
[email protected]I've made dolmas before, but this recipe is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Ade Hungkul
[email protected]These dolmas were absolutely delicious! The grape leaves were tender and flavorful, and the rice filling was perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making this recipe again.