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Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat and Herbs

Grape leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of rice, herbs, and ground meat, a staple in Armenian cuisine.

75 minutes6 servings
Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat and Herbs
Photo: Armineaghayan · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil.
  2. Add 1/4 cup lemon juice and salt.
  3. Place a heatproof plate at the bottom of the pot.
  4. Layer grape leaves in the pot, then add the rice mixture.
  5. Cover with remaining leaves and pour remaining liquid over.
  6. Simmer on low heat for 1 hour.
  7. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
  8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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