Grape leaves - DolmathesAppetizers Grape leaf roll ups stuffed with rice. - 1/2 lb Grape Leaves - 1 Bunch Dill (Finely chopped) - 1 Whole Lemons (Squeezed) - 1 Bunch Mint (Finely chopped) - 1 Cup Rice - 1 Cup Olive Oil - 1 lb Yellow Onions (Finely chopped) - Briefly dip grape leaves in boiling water then rinse them with cold water and wipe dry. - Mix the onions with half the olive oil. - After a while, mix in the rice, 250mL hot water and the remaining ingredients, except for the oil and the lemon juice. - Boil the mixture for 4 to 5 minutes. - Wrap one tablespoon of the mixture with a grape leaf and repeat until completed. - Carefully place the dolmathes in a pot with some space between them. - Cover the dolmathes with a plate a add the rest of the oil and the lemon juice with 500mL of water. - Boil at low heat for 30 minutes, until some water is absorbed and the rice is done. - Serve cold with slices of lemon. |