Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe - Make Yabraq Like a Pro

Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe - Make Yabraq Like a Pro

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Master the best stuffed grape leaves recipe (Yabraq/Dolmades)! Our foolproof guide covers ingredients, rolling tips, and cooking for perfect results.

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Cooking tools:

  • Dutch oven
  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Plate
  • Tongs
  • Stove
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paring knife
  • Kitchen timer
  • Serving platter
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) jar grape leaves in brine (about 60-70 leaves), or 1 lb fresh grape leaves
  • 1 lb ground lamb or ground beef (80/20 fat ratio is ideal)
  • 1 ½ cups short- or medium-grain white rice, rinsed well
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely minced
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust based on grape leaves' saltiness)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1-2 medium tomatoes, sliced into ¼-inch rounds, OR 2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds (or a mix)
  • Juice of 2 large lemons (about ½ cup)
  • 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
  • 4-5 cups hot water or vegetable broth (choose one for the canonical recipe; broth is optional for richer flavor)
  • Plain yogurt or tzatziki
  • Fresh lemon wedges

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