Simple Guide to Prepare Lamb And Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves Like a Chef

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Lamb and rice stuffed grape leaves –Hey y’all! If you’re in the mood for something truly delicious, let me introduce you to a dish that’s gonna make your taste buds dance: Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves! This recipe is packed with flavor and topped off with a zesty Greek lemon sauce that’ll have you coming back for seconds. So, gather your folks around and let’s get cooking!

The Best Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves

Before we dive into the cooking, check out this mouthwatering image of what we’re aiming for:

Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients

  • 1 jar of grape leaves (around 60 leaves)
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed and drained
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 lemon, juiced (and zested if you like)
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. First things first, get your grape leaves ready! If they’re in a jar, rinse them off to remove any brine and set them aside.
  2. In a big bowl, mix together the ground lamb, rice, onion, garlic, parsley, dill, black pepper, salt, olive oil, and half of the lemon juice. This is where the magic happens, so get in there and mix it well!
  3. Lay one grape leaf flat on a surface, vein side up. Place about 1 tablespoon of the lamb mixture at the base of the leaf. Fold the sides over and roll it up tightly, like a little gift. Repeat with the rest of the leaves and filling.
  4. In a large pot, arrange some leftover grape leaves at the bottom to prevent sticking. Then, place the stuffed grape leaves in the pot, seam side down. You can stack them, but be gentle!
  5. Pour the broth over the stuffed leaves, adding extra water if needed to cover them. Drizzle a little olive oil and the remaining lemon juice on top.
  6. Cover the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 45 minutes until the rice and lamb are cooked through and the leaves are tender. Trust me, your kitchen is gonna smell amazing!
  7. Let it cool a little, then serve it up with some extra lemon wedges on the side. Dive into this flavorful dish, and enjoy every single bite!

These Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves will surely be a hit at your next family gathering or get-together. So roll up your sleeves and get to cooking. Your taste buds will be forever grateful!