Jul 14 2026
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Kussa Stew & Grape Leaves Recipe

Inspired by Aladdin's Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Kussa Stew

Grape Leaves

Method

Kussa Stew

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and slice the zucchini into rounds. Dice the tomatoes and chop the onion and cilantro. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  3. 3

    Cook the Stew

    Add the diced tomatoes, zucchini, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the zucchini is tender.

  4. 4

    Finish and Serve

    Stir in the chopped cilantro right before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Grape Leaves

  1. 5

    Prepare the Filling

    In a bowl, combine uncooked rice, ground beef or lamb, finely chopped onion, pine nuts, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and chopped mint. Mix well.

  2. 6

    Prepare the Grape Leaves

    If using fresh grape leaves, blanch them in boiling water for a minute. If using jarred leaves, rinse them under cold water to remove excess brine.

  3. 7

    Stuff the Leaves

    Take one grape leaf, place about a tablespoon of filling at the base, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Repeat this for all leaves and filling.

  4. 8

    Cook the Grape Leaves

    Place the stuffed grape leaves in a pot, cover with water, and simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes until the rice is cooked and the leaves are tender.

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