Stuffed Grape Leaves With Rice and Herbs

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Stuffed Grape Leaves With Rice and Herbs Recipe

A popular dish in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine is stuffed grape leaves with rice and herbs. It is flavorful and aromatic due to the combination of herbs and spices. This vegetarian dish works well as an appetizer or as a main course.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 (16-ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 cup short-grain rice (uncooked)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 cups water

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes

Instructions

• Combine the rice, parsley, mint, dill, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
• Combine thoroughly.
• Place a grape leaf, shiny side down, stem end facing you, on a flat surface.
• 1 tablespoon of the rice mixture should be placed in the center of the leaf.
• Fold over the stem end, then fold in the sides and roll tightly.
• Rep with the rest of the grape leaves and rice mixture.
• Fill a large pot halfway with stuffed grape leaves.
• Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
• Reduce to a low heat and cover for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
• Remove from the heat and set aside to cool until room temperature before serving.

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