How to Make Grape Leaves Aleppo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grape Leaves Aleppo is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that features tender grape leaves stuffed with a delicious mixture of flavorful rice, juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and savory spices. This dish hails from the city of Aleppo in Syria, which is known for its rich culinary heritage and vibrant food culture.

One of the most striking features of Grape Leaves Aleppo is its unique combination of ingredients, which come together to create a truly unforgettable flavor profile. The ri...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 pounds ground lamb
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (16 ounce) jars grape leaves, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 cup lemon juice
  • 2 kalamata olives (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 32

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 902mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 90mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 94mg