Vegetarian Sarma

Immerse yourself in the vibrant and aromatic world of Albanian cuisine with this vegetarian version of Sarma. Homecook Gela Bulku crafts a delicious blend of rice, fresh vegetables, and spices, all lovingly wrapped in tender grape leaves. Perfect for a delightful vegetarian entrée, this dish not only captures the essence of traditional Albanian flavors but also provides a unique culinary experience.

Ingredients

🍇 1 jar of grape leaves, Orlando California Grape Leaves
🍚 2 cups of rice, preferably Tilda Basmati Rice
🌿 1 cup of fresh parsley, Organicgirl Premium Fresh Herbs
🍅 1 cup of diced tomatoes, use Hunt's Diced Tomatoes if fresh is unavailable
🧅 1 cup of chopped onions
🧄 1/2 cup of sliced scallions
🌿 1 bunch of fresh mint leaves
🌶️ 1/2 tablespoon of red pepper flakes, McCormick Red Pepper Flakes
🧂 1 teaspoon of salt
🍋 1/2 - 1 cup of lemon juice, Santa Cruz Organic Pure Lemon Juice
🫒 1 cup or less of olive oil, Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Filling:

• Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and drain it well.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice, parsley, tomatoes, onions, scallions, mint, red pepper flakes, and salt.
• Mix these ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.

2- Prepare the Grape Leaves:

• Carefully remove the grape leaves from the jar and rinse them to remove excess brine.
• Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

3- Wrap the Sarma:

• Place a grape leaf, shiny side down, on a clean surface.
• Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the rice mixture into the center of the leaf.
• Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll the whole leaf from bottom to top, tightly. Repeat this process with the remaining leaves and filling.

4- Simmer the Sarma:

• In a large pot, arrange the stuffed grape leaves in tight rows.
• Mix 1/2 cup of lemon juice with 1/2 cup of olive oil in a small bowl. Pour this mixture over the stuffed leaves.
• Add enough water to cover the rolls.
• Place a plate upside down over the grape leaves to keep them from unrolling while cooking.
• Cover the pot with a lid and simmer over low heat for about 45 minutes until the rice is tender.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: Approximately 300 kcal per serving
Proteins: 4g
Fats: 14g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Equipment:

• Large pot with lid, e.g., Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven
• Mixing bowl
• Kitchen towel

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the leaves are tightly wrapped to prevent the filling from spilling out.
• Adjust the lemon and olive oil according to taste, balancing the acidity and richness of the dish.

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Vegetarian Sarma

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