Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Salads and Sides
Dolma Salad / Side
Chef's Menu Description
Crisp seasonal garden leaves and fresh vegetables tossed in a vibrant house dressing, finished with toasted seeds and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 45 jarred grape leaves, rinsed
- • 1 cup short-grain rice
- • 2 onions, finely chopped
- • 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
- • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- • 2/3 cup olive oil
- • 2 lemons, juiced
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rinse the grape leaves well and blanch 2 minutes to remove brine.
2
Phase 2
Combine the rice, onions, parsley, dill, half the olive oil, half the lemon juice, and the salt.
3
Phase 3
Place a teaspoon of filling on each leaf and roll tightly, tucking in the sides.
4
Phase 4
Pack the rolls snugly seam-side down in a pot and weight them with a plate.
5
Phase 5
Cover with water plus the remaining oil and lemon juice; simmer gently 45 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Cool completely in the cooking liquid.
7
Phase 7
Serve cold, drizzled with extra olive oil and lemon.