Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)

These vegetarian stuffed grape leaves, filled with aromatic basmati rice and a mix of herbs and spices, make for an impressive and crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish. Although they may seem intricate, following these easy steps will have you rolling perfect dolmas in no time.

Here’s the quick rundown:

1. Grab Some Grape Leaves: Fresh is great if you can get them, but jarred ones work fine too (just rinse off the brine).

2. Mix Up Your Filling: Whether you’re going vegetarian or meaty, toss in your favorite spices and herbs for flavor.

3. Roll ‘Em Up: Place a spoonful of filling on a leaf, fold in the sides, and roll it up like a tiny burrito.

4. Cook Away: Line them up in a pot, add some lemon juice and broth, and simmer until they’re tender.