Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 onions, minced
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1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
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1 1/2 cups hot water, or as needed to cover
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 tablespoons dried currants
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2 tablespoons pine nuts
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon dried mint
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1 tablespoon dried dill weed
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1 teaspoon ground allspice
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed in warm water
Directions
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Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice, then add enough hot water to cover. Cover and simmer until rice is halfway cooked, about 10 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and stir in tomato paste, currants, pine nuts, cinnamon, mint, dill, allspice, and cumin. Let mixture cool, about 15 minutes.
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Prepare a large pot by placing an inverted plate on the bottom; this will protect the dolmas from direct heat during steaming.
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Cut off and discard any grape leaf stems. Place about 1 teaspoon cooled rice mixture into the center of a leaf. Fold in the sides, then roll into a cigar shape. Place into the prepared pot. Repeat to make remaining dolmas.
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Pour in just enough warm water to reach the bottom of the first layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked. Check the water level often and add more as necessary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 207 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 39g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 207 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 3% |
| Sodium 847mg | 37% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 5g | 11% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium 125mg | 10% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 190mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
