Warak Enab (stuffed Grape Leaves)

Warak Enab, or Stuffed Grape Leaves, is a classic Levantine dish that is popular in many Middle Eastern countries. This recipe features a flavorful filling of rice, herbs, and spices, wrapped in tender grape leaves and cooked to perfection.

Warak Enab (stuffed Grape Leaves)

Ingredients

  • 1 jar of grape leaves, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of short-grain rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1/4 cup of lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon of allspice

Instructions

  1. Rinse the grape leaves under cold water and drain well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rice, onion, parsley, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and allspice. Mix well.
  3. 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.
  4. Fold the bottom of the leaf over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly into a small cylinder.
  5. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
  6. Place the stuffed grape leaves in a large pot, seam side down, in a single layer.
  7. Add enough water to cover the grape leaves, then place a heatproof plate on top to keep them submerged during cooking.
  8. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the grape leaves are tender.
  9. Remove from heat and let the stuffed grape leaves cool in the pot before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Large pot Heatproof plate

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the stuffed grape leaves with a side of hummus, tabbouleh, and pita bread for a complete Levantine meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a dollop of yogurt on top of the stuffed grape leaves before serving.

Cost

$10