20-Min Crispy Mahshi Grape Leaves
Stuffed grape leaves crisped in a hot skillet with a bright lemon finish. Vegetarian comfort food that tastes like you spent hours rolling and simmering—but doesn't.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- 1 jar (about 16 oz) jarred grape leaves in brine
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- ½ cup fresh herbs (mint and parsley), finely chopped
- ½ small yellow onion, minced
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- 1
Drain and rinse the grape leaves under cool water, then gently separate them.
- 2
Mix rice, herbs, onion, salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a bowl until combined.
- 3
Lay a grape leaf flat, shiny side down. Place 1 tbsp filling near the center, fold sides in, then roll tightly toward the top.
- 4
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches, sear rolls seam-side down until golden, ~2 minutes per side.
- 5
Whisk tomato paste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 0.5 cup water together. Pour over the rolls, cover, and simmer gently for 5 minutes until heated through.
- 6
Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large cutting board
- small mixing bowl
- 12-inch skillet with a lid
- whisk
- kitchen knife
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