Classic Dolma
Description
Dolma is a dish from Eastern cuisine, although it is most commonly associated with Georgian cuisine. Dolma is prepared with grape leaves stuffed with a meat filling. Showing the dish
Instructions
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Step 1
To prepare classic dolma, we need to make a meat filling. For this, mince the meat or buy ready-made ground meat. Add finely chopped onion, salt, and spices. Pour in a glass of water and knead until you get a uniform mixture.
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Step 2
For making dolma, I use young white grape leaves frozen in summer. You can also use salted or marinated leaves, but they should be soaked to remove excess salt.
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Step 3
Form a small patty from a small amount of minced meat.
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Step 4
Lift the edges of the leaf and shape it into a dumpling by wrapping the leaf around the filling.
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Step 5
So form all the dumplings this way.
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Step 6
Place several grape leaves on the bottom of a heavy-bottomed pot. Put the dolma on top. Pour in the broth. Bring to the stove and cook for about 40 minutes.
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Step 7
The heat should be low. Dolma should simmer very gently. This process is more like stewing. As it simmers, the broth may evaporate. Add a little water if necessary. At the end of cooking, add a couple of tablespoons of sour cream to the broth. Finish cooking, then turn off the heat.
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Step 8
Serve the dolma. You can add sour cream or a sour cream sauce made by mixing sour cream with spices and garlic.