DOLMAS (STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES)
The spices may seem like a strange combination, but this is a wonderful, delicate traditional Turkish dish with a twist. Serve chilled, as is traditional, or warm, as desired. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over dolmas before serving.
Provided by WhirledPeas
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until tender. Stir in rice and hot water to cover. Cover and simmer until rice is half cooked, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in tomato paste, currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, mint leaves, dill weed, allspice and cumin. Let mixture cool.
- Prepare a large pot by placing an inverted plate on the bottom; this protects the dolmas from direct heat when steaming.
- Rinse grape leaves in warm water; drain and cut off any stems. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cooled rice mixture in the center of a leaf. Fold in the sides and then roll into a cigar shape. Place in prepared pot. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Pour in just enough warm water to reach the bottom of the first layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked. Check the water level often and add more as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 846.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
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Lindsay Messina
[email protected]These dolmas were a bit too sour for my taste. I think I would prefer to use a different type of grape leaves next time.
Bongan Bhebhe
[email protected]These dolmas were really good, but I found the filling to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to taste and it was much better.
Tamtam Fic
[email protected]These dolmas were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
ka Dasithdewranga
[email protected]I made these dolmas for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.
Myat Htun Aung
[email protected]These dolmas were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and flavorful.
Gyal Clown
[email protected]I've been looking for a good dolma recipe for ages, and this one is perfect. The dolmas were flavorful and juicy, and the grape leaves were tender.
Malik Saqi
[email protected]These dolmas were easy to make and turned out great! I used a mix of grape leaves and cabbage leaves, and they were both delicious.
Violet Mokeira
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of dolmas, but these were really good. The filling was moist and flavorful, and the grape leaves were cooked to perfection.
Keabetswe Seswane
[email protected]These dolmas were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again for future gatherings.
Chu Obele
[email protected]I've made dolmas before, but these were by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Ojud Miah
[email protected]These dolmas were absolutely delicious! The grape leaves were tender and the filling was flavorful and well-seasoned. I will definitely be making these again.