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Lebanese Stuffed Grape Leaves

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, stuffed grape leaves (Warak Enab) are a beloved dish in Lebanese cuisine, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with rice and meat, these savory rolls symbolize hospitality and are enjoyed as a main course or appetizer. Today, variations exist worldwide, with different fillings and cooking methods reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

LebaneseLBmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
grape leaves in brine - 1/4 kg
3 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Onion
1/2 tablespoon of Ginger Garlic Paste
1/4 tablespoon of Turmeric Powder
1/2 tablespoon of Chilli Powder
1/2 tablespoon of Corrinder Powder
1/2 tablespoon of Garam Masala
2 fine Chopped Tomato
1/4 Kg of Mutton Meat Keema
1 Cup of Rice
1/2 Cup of Chopped Mint Leaves
Salt to taste

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.

1

Boil water and add chicken stock into it.

2

Add olive oil to the pan and heat.

3

Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

4

Stir in ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala, mixing well.

5

Add finely chopped tomatoes and mutton meat keema, cooking until the meat is browned.

6

Add rice and mix well with the meat and spices.

7

Season with salt to taste and mix again.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingrollingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Warak EnabDolma

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