Tunisian

Cumin and Orange Zest Tunisian Stuffed Vegetables

Name: Cumin and Orange Zest Tunisian Stuffed Vegetables
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tunisian
Ingredients: 12 grape leaves (canned or fresh); 1 cup rice; 1/2 lb ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 cup water; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp orange zest

A warm and citrusy twist on the traditional dish with added cumin and orange zest for a bright, aromatic flavor.

37 minutes4 servings

Method

Before mixing the rice and meat, stir in the cumin and orange zest into the mixture.
In a large bowl, mix rice, ground beef, onion, garlic, cumin, and salt.
If using fresh grape leaves, blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain.
Place a small amount of the rice mixture in each leaf, fold, and roll tightly.
Steam or simmer in a pot with a little water for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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