Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe
Rice, herbs, and spices wrapped in grape leaves
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Ingredients
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Filling
Grape Leaves
Cooking Liquid
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse 1 cup of long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Onion
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped medium onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Mix the Filling
In the skillet with the onions, add the rinsed rice, 1 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 1 cup of chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Add Liquid
Pour in 1.5 cups of water or vegetable broth into the skillet. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until the rice is partially cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool.
Rolling Grape Leaves
- 5
Prepare Grape Leaves
Lay one grape leaf on a flat surface, stem side up. Place 1-2 tablespoons of the filling near the stem end of the leaf.
- 6
Roll the Leaves
Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll from the stem end to the tip, creating a tight roll. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.
Cooking Stuffed Grape Leaves
- 7
Prepare Cooking Liquid
In a bowl, mix 2 cups of water or vegetable broth with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 8
Arrange the Stuffed Leaves
Place the stuffed grape leaves seam side down in a large pot. Pour the cooking liquid over the leaves until they are just covered.
- 9
Cook the Leaves
Cover the pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the grape leaves are tender and the filling is fully cooked.
- 10
