Ingredients
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1
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3
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1
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1/4
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1
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1
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1/2
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6
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2
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2 1/2
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1 1/2
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-
-
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Directions
Dolmadakia (Stuffed Grape Leaves), I’ve had them out of a can (yuk!) now want to make them from scratch – someday, LOL Times are just a guess on this one , This was my first try making these and I must say they were harder than I hoped – and easier than I feared 🙂 Very good indeed!
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Steps
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1
Done
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Heat Olive Oil in Large Frying Pan (reserving 2 Tablespoons of the Oil For Later Use). Saut Onions With Salt Until Transparent. Add Pepper and Rice, Cook 10 Minutes, Stirring Frequently. Add Dill, Parsley, Scallions, Juice of 1 Lemon and 1/2 Cup of the Water. Cook 10 Minutes or Until Liquid Is Absorbed. Correct Seasoning. |
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2
Done
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Rinse Grape Leaves Very Well; Drain, Separate Very Carefully. Place Shiny Side Down. Put About 1 Tablespoon Filling on Each Leaf Near Base. Starting at Base, Fold Over, Fold in Sides, Then Roll Tightly Toward Tip Into Cigar Shape. |
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3
Done
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Line Bottom of Kettle With Several of the Imperfect Leaves (to Prevent Sticking). Arrange Rolls in Kettle, Side by Side, in Layers. Add Reserved 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil and Juice of Remaining Lemon and 1 Cup Water. Weight Down With Heat Proof Plate. Simmer Gently 25 Minutes. Add Remaining 1 Cup Water, Simmer 25 Minutes More. Cover Rolls in Kettle, Then Refrigerate. to Serve, Pile Stuffed Grape Leaves on Serving Plate; Garnish With Lemon Slices. Serve at Room Temperature. |
