Midye Dolma (stuffed Mussels) Recipe

Directions for Preparing Midye Dolma

1. 1

   Prepare the Mussels

   Rinse the mussels under cold water and scrub the shells. Discard any that are open or damaged.

2. 2

   Prepare the Filling

   In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

3. 3

   Add Rice and Nuts

   Stir in the rice, pine nuts, black currants, dill, and parsley. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for a few minutes.

4. 4

   Cook the Rice

   Pour in 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Stuff the Mussels

   Once the rice mixture has cooled slightly, carefully open each mussel shell and stuff it with the filling. Close the shells tightly.

6. 6

   Steam the Mussels

   Place the stuffed mussels in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 10-12 minutes until the mussels are fully cooked.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.