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Zeytinyağlı Yaprak Sarma

Cultural Context

Zeytinyağlı Yaprak Sarma, originating from the Mediterranean region, is a beloved Turkish dish made of grape leaves stuffed with a fragrant rice mixture. Traditionally served cold or at room temperature, it reflects the Turkish emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and healthy cooking methods. This dish is often enjoyed as part of a meze spread or as a light main course, and variations can be found throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean, showcasing local herbs and spices.

TurkishTRmain
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 jar grape leaves
1 cup rice
1 medium onion
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons dill
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium tomato
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon mint

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats while being more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Add grape leaves to a pot of water.

2

Chop onion and add it to the mixture.

3

Add mint, dill, and parsley to the mixture.

4

Add rice to the mixture.

5

Pour in olive oil and mix well.

6

Add chili and tomato paste to the mixture.

7

Add butter and stir.

8

Season with salt and chili pepper.

9

Pour in hot water and mix.

10

Add pomegranate molasses for flavor.

11

Squeeze in lemon juice and mix again.

12

Add chopped tomato and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

stuffingsautéingcooking

Equipment Needed

large potpancutting boardknifemixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

tree nuts

Also Known As

Stuffed Grape LeavesDolma

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