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Classic Turkish Yaprak Sarma

Stuffed grape leaves with rice, herbs, and lemon, a traditional Turkish dish.

60 minutes4 servings
Classic Turkish Yaprak Sarma
Photo: E4024 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Soak grape leaves in water for 10 minutes to soften.
  2. In a pan, sauté onion in olive oil until translucent.
  3. Add rice, tomato paste, and spices, then mix well.
  4. Place a small amount of the rice mixture in the center of each grape leaf.
  5. Roll the leaves tightly and place them in a pot.
  6. Pour water to cover the leaves, add lemon slices, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.

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