Lebanese Stuffed Grape Leaves | Easy and Authentic! 🤩

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is cost-effective.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa adds protein, while bulgur is a cheaper grain option.

In a bowl, add 1 pound of ground beef or lamb.

Add 1 cup of rice to the meat.

Mix in 1 teaspoon of allspice and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Add a little olive oil and lemon juice to the mixture and mix with hands.

Lay a grape leaf flat with the veins facing up.

Take a small pinch of the meat mixture and place it at the base of the leaf.

Fold the bottom of the leaf over the meat, then fold in the sides and roll tightly.

Place the rolled grape leaves seam side down in a 3-quart All-Clad stainless steel pan.

Use a smaller lid to weigh down the grape leaves while cooking.

Add enough water to cover the grape leaves, about 3 cups.

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Let the grape leaves rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking.

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