Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves) Tarifi

Malzemeler

• 1 tablespoon olive oil2 onions, minced1.5 cups uncooked white rice1 cup hot water2 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons dried currants2 tablespoons pine nuts1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon dried mint1 tablespoon dried dill weed1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cumin1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed

Hazırlanışı

1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice, then add enough hot water to cover. Cover and simmer until rice is halfway cooked, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and stir in tomato paste, currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, mint, dill, allspice, and cumin. Let mixture cool, about 15 minutes.
3. Prepare a large pot by placing an inverted plate on the bottom; this will protect the dolmas from direct heat during steaming.
4. Cut off and discard any grape leaf stems. Place about 1 teaspoon cooled rice mixture into the center of a leaf. Fold in the sides, then roll into a cigar shape. Place into the prepared pot. Repeat to make remaining dolmas.
5. Pour in just enough warm water to reach the bottom of the first layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked. Check the water level often and add more as necessary.

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