WORLD'S GREATEST GRAPE LEAVES (ARMENIAN)

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This recipe has been passed down for generations direct from Armenia. This is easy to prepare and all ingredients can be found at any major grocery store.

Provided by MastahX

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry

Time 2h11m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 pound ground lamb
3 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup, divided
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, divided
2 large red bell peppers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
½ cup lemon juice
¼ lime, juiced, or to taste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves - stemmed, drained, and rinsed, divided

Steps:

  • Place rice in a bowl with water to cover; soak for about 1 hour. Drain.
  • Combine lamb, 1 can mushroom soup, 1 can tomatoes, red bell peppers, rice, onion, lemon juice, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix the filling together with clean hands.
  • Line the bottom of a 4-quart pot with a single layer of grape leaves.
  • Place the remaining grape leaves on a flat work surface with smooth side down (ribs of leaves up). Place a rounded tablespoon of filling in the center of each grape leaf. Fold bottom sections of leaf over mixture, fold over sides, and roll toward the top of the leaf into a firm cylinder. Pack stuffed grape leaves tightly in the pot. Pour the remaining 2 cans mushroom soup, 1 can tomatoes, and any remaining filling mixture on top. Cover with a small plate to hold the leaves together.
  • Cook, covered, on low, until rice is tender and lamb is no longer pink, about 1 hour. Remove from heat; let stand for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1827.3 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

David Stephens
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These grape leaves are the perfect way to impress your guests. They are flavorful, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Marlene Rojas
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These grape leaves are so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making them again and again.


sky plazzz
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I love the combination of the savory filling and the sweet grape leaves. These grape leaves are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings for something both sweet and savory.


Kittykatelyn Romilly
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These grape leaves are so easy to make and they are so versatile. You can serve them as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a main course.


Saif Arman
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I made these grape leaves in my Instant Pot and they turned out great. They were cooked perfectly and the filling was so flavorful.


Shauna Haney
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I love the addition of the lemon juice to the filling. It gives the grape leaves a nice bright flavor.


hana ismael
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These grape leaves are the perfect way to use up leftover rice. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hari Sapkota
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I've never been a big fan of grape leaves, but this recipe changed my mind. These grape leaves are so delicious and easy to make.


Don walas Octamar
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These grape leaves are so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the savory filling and the sweet grape leaves.


Sonia Carroll
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I've made these grape leaves several times and I always get compliments on them. They are a great way to impress your guests.


Nkgomotseng Kgoadi
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These grape leaves are so versatile. You can serve them hot or cold, as an appetizer or a main course. They are also great for meal prep.


A1 Binodon media
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I made these grape leaves with ground beef instead of lamb and they were still delicious. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the filling.


giannis tsigas
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I love the addition of the pine nuts to the filling. It gives the grape leaves a nice nutty flavor.


Desirae Stormer
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These grape leaves are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They are flavorful, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Remas Remoo
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I've never made grape leaves before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfect and I will definitely be making them again.


Johnson Kwame Appiah
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These grape leaves are so easy to make and they are so delicious. I love the combination of the savory filling and the sweet grape leaves.


ABC
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I made these grape leaves for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Pakistani videos
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The key is to use fresh grape leaves and to cook them until they are tender but not mushy.


Betsabe Romero
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This is the best grape leaves recipe I've ever tried! The filling is so flavorful and the leaves are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.