STUFFED VINE LEAVES
Provided by James Beard
Categories Lamb Nut Pork Rice Cocktail Party Lunch Currant Raisin Pine Nut Fall Simmer House & Garden Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 4 as Luncheon dish, 6 as first course or accompaniment
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Vine leaves in jars are available at many specialty shops. As they are packed in brine, be certain to wash them well before using. Remove the stem. If you use fresh vine leaves, soak them in olive oil to cover for 24 hours. Blanch for 2 minutes in boiling water.
- Combine the cooked rice, raw meat, nuts, raisins and salt and pepper. Bind with the egg. Form into tiny balls and place one on each vine leaf. Fold and roll so that the stuffing is firmly enveloped. (If you place the ball in the center, and fold in the side points and then roll, the envelope will stay intact.)
- Place the stuffed leaves in a skillet with olive oil, a little lemon juice and water to half cover. Cook gently for 15-20 minutes, turning carefully two or three times during the cooking. Remove to a rack covered with absorbent paper, or cool in the pan.
- Serve cold with a little of the cooking liquid and a dusting of thyme, or serve with yoghurt and a sprinkling of thyme and parsley.
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Jason Pusatero
pusatero_j54@hotmail.comThese stuffed vine leaves are the perfect way to use up leftover rice.
Joshua kim Mwesh
jmwesh@gmail.comOverall, I'm very happy with this recipe. The stuffed vine leaves were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.
Michael Deshields
deshields_m@aol.comThe stuffed vine leaves were very time-consuming to make. I think I'll look for a simpler recipe next time.
SammyG Guitar
g.sammyg@gmail.comI love the versatility of this dish. It can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or a side dish.
Ridoy Ali
aridoy@gmail.comThe stuffed vine leaves were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.
Gorgeous Eirol
g_e@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a success. The stuffed vine leaves are always cooked perfectly and the filling is always flavorful.
Janika J Breach
jb@hotmail.comThe stuffed vine leaves were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll drain them better next time.
Obuseh Henry
h@gmail.comI love the way the lemon and dill complement the flavors of the filling. It's a perfect combination.
Winston Smith
s@yahoo.comI've been making this dish for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The stuffed vine leaves are always a hit at parties and gatherings.
Youness Oumahi
y.oumahi28@hotmail.comThese stuffed vine leaves were amazing! The flavors were perfect and the grape leaves were cooked to perfection.
sagor albumnu
a.s88@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of stuffed vine leaves, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The stuffed vine leaves were very flavorful and the filling was moist and tender.
Seven Sins YT
y-s@hotmail.comThe stuffed vine leaves were easy to make and very delicious. I especially liked the lemon-dill sauce.
gift onyebuenyi
ogift@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the stuffed vine leaves turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.
Nitesh Sahani
sahaninitesh55@yahoo.comThe stuffed vine leaves were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Boipelo Selema
boipelo_selema32@hotmail.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a success. The stuffed vine leaves are always a hit with my family and friends.
Nadia Nadia
n89@hotmail.comThese stuffed vine leaves are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Christina Crompton
crompton-christina51@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of grape leaves, but I really enjoyed these stuffed vine leaves. The filling was flavorful and the leaves were tender.
Gugg Gyjvt
g-gugg@yahoo.comThe stuffed vine leaves were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were totally worth it. They were so delicious!
odnanref Contreras
c_o77@hotmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and dill really brighten up the filling.
Hm sumon Islam
islamh@gmail.comThese stuffed vine leaves were a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making them again.