stuffed grape leaves

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Hot Flash Cook Stuffed Grape Leaves

serves 4

ingredients

• 1 jar (16 oz) grape leaves in brine
• 3/4 cup long-grain brown rice

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• 12 oz ground lamb

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• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

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• 2 tbsp tomato paste

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• 3 tbsp raw almonds, roughly chopped

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• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

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• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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• 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)

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• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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• Water as needed

method

1. Rinse grape leaves under cold water and lay flat.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 3 minutes.
3. Add ground lamb, breaking it apart, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
4. Stir in tomato paste, brown rice, almonds, mint, dill, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
5. Place 1 tbsp filling near the base of each grape leaf, fold in sides, and roll tightly.
6. Arrange rolls seam-side down in a heavy pot, layering as needed.
7. Pour beef broth and lemon juice over rolls. Add water to just cover.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 50 minutes until rice is tender.
9. Let cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.