Dolma Mshakla

Dolma Mshakla is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that dates back centuries. It is believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire and has since become popular across various countries in the region.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Dolma Mshakla

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 40 leaf Grape Leaves
• 1 cup Rice
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 bunch Parsley
• 2 tablespoon Mint
• 4 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the grape leaves under cold water and remove the stems.
2. In a bowl, combine the rice, diced tomatoes, finely chopped onion, parsley, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place a grape leaf flat on a clean surface and spoon a small amount of the rice mixture onto the center of the leaf.
4. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and roll it up tightly.
5. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
6. Place the dolmas in a pot, seam side down, and add enough water to cover them.
7. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the rice is cooked and the dolmas are tender.
8. Remove the dolmas from the pot and let them rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve the dolmas warm or at room temperature with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.