Labna And Grape Leaves Recipe

Time24h

Serves4

Make Labna And Grape Leaves Recipe in just 24h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Strain the Yogurt
Place a cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour the plain yogurt into the cheesecloth. Sprinkle salt over the yogurt and fold the cheesecloth over the top. Let it drain in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to achieve a thick labna.
2
Finish the Labna
After 24 hours, transfer the thickened labna to a serving bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the top and stir gently to combine. Set aside.

3
Prepare the Grape Leaves
Open the jar of canned grape leaves, and carefully remove the leaves. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
4
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, pine nuts, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Add pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
5
Stuff the Grape Leaves
Take a grape leaf and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling at the base of the leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly from the base to the tip. Repeat this process until all grape leaves are filled.
6
Serve
Arrange the stuffed grape leaves on a serving platter alongside the labna. Serve with additional olive oil and lemon wedges, if desired.