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Armenian Stuffed Vine Leaves
A classic Armenian recipe featuring vine leaves stuffed with a savory meat and rice mixture, cooked in a rich tomato sauce.
65 minutes5 servings
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Ingredients
Method
- Blanch the vine leaves in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.
- In a bowl, combine ground lamb, rice, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and allspice.
- Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each vine leaf and roll tightly.
- In a pot, heat olive oil, add the rolled vine leaves, and pour in tomato paste, water, and lemon juice.
- Simmer for 40 minutes.
- Serve with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.
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