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Armenian · Armenia

Grape Leaves Stuffed with Beef and Rice

Vegetable-stuffed grape leaves with a savory rice and meat filling.

40 minutes4 servings
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Beef and Rice
Photo: Tiia Monto · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Prepare grape leaves by soaking in warm water for 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix rice, ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each leaf.
  4. Roll the leaves tightly, tucking in the sides.
  5. Arrange in a pot, add a little water, and cover.
  6. Cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes until the leaves are tender.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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