Y’all, we’re diving into a delicious dish that’s perfect for gatherings or just when you want to treat yourself with something special! Today, we’re making Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves that are bursting with flavor. These little bundles of joy are not just tasty; they’re also healthy and fun to make. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to it!
Check out the lovely dish!
Here’s what our finished product looks like:
Ingredients
To get started on these scrumptious vegetarian stuffed grape leaves, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 jar of grape leaves, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of uncooked rice (long-grain works best)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon of dill (optional)
- 4 cups of vegetable broth or water
Instructions
Alright, now let’s get cookin’! Follow these simple steps to make those grape leaves shine:
- First, heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they’re soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Next, stir in the uncooked rice and the diced tomato. Cook for another couple of minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.
- Now, add the chopped parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, and dill if you’re using it. Pour in the vegetable broth or water and bring it to a boil. Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, prepare your grape leaves. Lay one out on a flat surface, with the stem end towards you. Place about a tablespoon of the rice mixture near the stem end.
- Fold up the bottom of the leaf over the rice, then fold in the sides and roll it up tightly like a little burrito. Repeat this process with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
- In a large pot, lay any leftover grape leaves at the bottom to prevent sticking. Arrange the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in the pot, tightly packed. Drizzle the remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the top, and add some water if needed, just enough to cover.
- Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for about 40 minutes, until the leaves are tender and flavorful. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious vegetarian stuffed grape leaves!
These little treasures are sure to bring smiles to your table. So gather your folks around, serve ‘em up, and enjoy some quality time together!
Recipe for Vegan Stuffed Grape Leaves: Flavorful Dish
source = feelgoodfoodie.net
