Azerbaijani Dolma with Rice and Ground Meat

Method

1. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in rice, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour in water and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Place grape leaves in a pot, add the meat and rice mixture, and cover with a lid.
5. Cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender.
6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.