Ingredients
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1 cup uncooked white rice
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2 pounds ground lamb
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1 tablespoon ground allspice
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 (16 ounce) jars grape leaves, drained and rinsed
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6 cloves garlic, sliced
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1 cup lemon juice
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2 kalamata olives (Optional)
Directions
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Soak rice in cold water, and drain. Mix together ground lamb, rice, allspice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well blended. Place about 1 tablespoon of the meat mixture onto the center of each grape leaf. Fold leaf over once, turn in the edges on each side, and then roll the leaf closed.
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Stack leaf rolls in a large pot, covering each layer with slices of garlic. Add just enough water to cover rolls, then pour in lemon juice. Add olives to the pot for flavoring. Place a plate on top of the rolls to keep them under the water.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes. Taste rice for doneness. Grape leaves taste even better after sitting for several hours. Serve and enjoy.
Tip
Do not stack the rolled grape leaves more than 3 or 4 layers deep in the pan. More layers can make the rolls cook unevenly; the ones on the bottom may overcook before the ones on the top are done.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 101 | Calories |
| 5g | Fat |
| 9g | Carbs |
| 7g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 32 | |
| Calories 101 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 9% |
| Cholesterol 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium 902mg | 39% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 7g | 13% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium 90mg | 7% |
| Iron 2mg | 8% |
| Potassium 94mg | 2% |
* 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.
