Dolmadakia Recipe
Stuffed grape leaves with rice and herbs
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Ingredients
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Filling
Grape Leaves
Cooking Liquid
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Rinse Rice
Rinse 1 cup of long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice, sautéed onion, chopped dill, parsley, mint, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Stuffing Grape Leaves
- 4
- 5
Stuffing Process
Place a grape leaf, vein side up, on a clean surface. Add about 1 tablespoon of the rice filling near the stem end. Fold the sides over the filling and roll it tightly from the stem end to the tip. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
Cooking Dolmadakia
- 6
Prepare Cooking Liquid
In a large pot, place the stuffed grape leaves seam side down. Pour 2 cups of vegetable broth or water over the dolmadakia. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place lemon slices on top.
- 7
Simmer
Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce to low heat and cook for about 40 minutes, until the rice is tender and the grape leaves are soft.
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