Sphinx Stuffed Grape Leaves (ورق عنب محشو الهرم)
ورق عنب محشو الهرم (Sphinx Stuffed Grape Leaves) is a classic Egyptian dish that is both delicious and nutritious. This recipe combines tender grape leaves with a flavorful filling to create a delightful appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
- 1 jar of grape leaves, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of short-grain rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the grape leaves under cold water and set aside to drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the rice, onion, tomato, dill, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place a grape leaf on a flat surface, shiny side down. Place a small amount of the rice mixture in the center of the leaf.
- Fold the bottom of the leaf over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly.
- Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
- Place the stuffed grape leaves in a large pot, seam side down, in a single layer.
- Add enough water to cover the grape leaves, then place a plate on top to keep them submerged.
- Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Remove the stuffed grape leaves from the pot and let them cool before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large pot Plate
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the stuffed grape leaves with a side of yogurt or tahini sauce.
Tips & tricks
For a time-saving option, you can use pre-cooked rice instead of raw rice for the filling.
Cost
$10