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Stuffed grape leaves with lamb and yogurt
Mediterranean stuffed grape leaves

Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
Dolma is a refined Mediterranean classic. Tangy grape leaves contrast with rich lamb. Rolling them is an art; steaming them slowly creates tender, flavorful bites.
🕒 Prep Time 45 mins
🍳 Cook Time 45 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Plate: As a weight during cooking.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Rinse leaves. Blanch if fresh.

Tip: Removes brine.
2 ✓

Mix raw meat, rice, aromatics.

Tip: Rice expands and binds.
3 ✓

Roll leaves like cigars.

Tip: Not too tight!
4 ✓

Pack in pot. Cover with liquids.

Tip: Tight packing holds shape.
5 ✓

Place plate on top. Simmer 45-50 mins.

Tip: Plate keeps them submerged.
6 ✓

Cool in liquid.

Tip: Firm up as they cool.

Recipe FAQ

Why weigh them down?
To prevent them from unrolling in boiling water.

Ingredients

  • 20 pc Grape Leaves (jarred)
  • 10-11 oz Ground Lamb
  • 1/2 cup Short-grain Rice (Arborio)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 bunch Dill and Mint
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cups Water or Broth
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 7 oz Greek Yogurt