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Elaine’S Dolmas

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This American main features Leaves (about 1 jar, Long grain brown rice;cooked, Onion; finely chopped, Parsley; finely chopped, Mint leaves; finely chopped. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 48
Calories: 282.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This American main features Leaves (about 1 jar, Long grain brown rice;cooked, Onion; finely chopped, Parsley; finely chopped, Mint leaves; finely chopped. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 48 Grape Leaves (about 1 jar)
  • 1/2 cup Long grain brown rice;cooked
  • 2 cup Onion; finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley; finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Mint leaves; finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoon Dill weed
  • 1/4 cup Pine nuts
  • 1/4 cup Currants
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 cup Tofu TVP (optional)
Directions
  1. 1
    Place grape leves briefly in a pan of warm water to separate them, then drain on paper towels.
  2. 2
    Combine all other ingredients.
  3. 3
    Place grape leaf vein side up, with the stem toward you.
  4. 4
    Put a mound of rice mixture in the middle of the leaf (about 1 rounded tsp to 1 rounded tbsp, depending on the size of the leaf).
  5. 5
    Fold over sides and roll up leaf.
  6. 6
    Layer the rolled leaves in a large saucepan (3 quart) placing them side by side and close together.
  7. 7
    Press with a heavy heat proof plate that fits inside the pan.
  8. 8
    Add enough boiling water to cover leaves.
  9. 9
    Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  10. 10
    Hints: Dolmas may be served warm or chilled.
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    If warm, try serving them with lemon sauce.
  12. 12
    If cold, serve them with garbanzo puree or eggplant.
  13. 13
    Tabouli is also a good dish to serve at the same meal.
  14. 14
    Dolmas are easy to take to a potluck dinner and they also
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    make a very special "company meal." Recipe for making tofu TVP follows.
  16. 16
    The use of the tofu in this recipe is entirely optional; they are delicious both ways.
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    of Sue Smith, S.Smith34, Uploaded June 16, 1994

Nutrition Facts

Servings 48

Amount Per Serving
Calories 282.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 20.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g22%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g76%
Sugars 6.7g
Protein 7.1g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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