Turkish Stuffed Grape Leaves
Ingredients
- Grape leaves, as needed
- 3 cups rice
- 4 onions
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2-2.5 cups hot water
- 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Ground red pepper to taste
- Mint to taste
Preparation
Mix all the filling ingredients together except the grape leaves and water.
Prepare the grape leaves by washing and separating them.
Place a small amount of filling in each grape leaf and roll tightly into thin cylinders.
Arrange the rolls in a pot, add hot water, and cook until the rice is tender and the leaves are soft.
Tips
Roll the grape leaves very thinly for the best texture and appearance.
Adjust the seasonings and ingredients to suit your personal taste preferences.
