🫒 Mediterranean
gluten-freelow-carb
Grilled Lamb Kofta
Juicy grilled lamb patties seasoned with fresh herbs, spices, and onions. Perfect for summer cookouts.
32 min
4
320 cal
Easy28g protein
Ingredients
For 8 servings
- 50 pieces Grape leaves (jarred)
- 1 cup Short grain rice
- 1 large Onion
- 1/2 cup Fresh dill
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint
- 1/2 cup Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup Pine nuts
- 1/2 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
1
Rinse grape leaves well and blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain.
2
Soak rice in warm water for 20 minutes. Drain.
3
Sauté onion in 3 tbsp olive oil until soft. Add pine nuts and toast.
4
Mix rice with onion mixture, chopped herbs, tomato paste, and half the lemon juice.
5
Place a grape leaf vein-side up. Add 1 tbsp filling near the stem. Fold sides in and roll tightly.
6
Line pot bottom with torn leaves. Arrange dolmas seam-side down in tight layers.
7
Add remaining oil, lemon juice, and 1.5 cups water. Weight with a plate. Simmer 45 minutes.
8
Let cool in pot. Serve at room temperature with yogurt.
Tip: These taste even better the next day.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
180
Calories
3g
Protein
20g
Carbs
10g
Fat
2g
Fiber
380mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma) halal?
Yes, this Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma) recipe is 100% halal. All meat ingredients require halal-certified sources, and we provide specific halal notes for each ingredient.
How long does it take to make Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma)?
Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma) takes 60 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook, for a total of 105 minutes.
How many calories are in Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma)?
One serving contains 180 calories, with 3g protein, 20g carbs, and 10g fat.
Can I meal prep Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma)?
Yes! Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolma) is great for meal prep. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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