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Turmeric and Lime Tunisian Stuffed Vegetables

A golden and zesty variation with turmeric and lime juice for a bright, earthy flavor.

37 minutes4 servings
Turmeric and Lime Tunisian Stuffed Vegetables
Photo: Souad Anane Lesina · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

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

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