20-Min Crispy Yaprak Sarma with Pickled Sides
Tender grape leaves wrapped around herbed rice and pine nuts, pan-fried until edges crisp, served with tangy pickled peppers, ginger, and roasted potatoes. Turkish comfort in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Drain grape leaves and rinse under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Combine cooled rice, pine nuts, dill, mint, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until fragrant.
Step 3
Lay a grape leaf flat. Place 2 tablespoons filling on the lower third, fold sides in, then roll tightly.
Step 4
Repeat with remaining leaves until you have 8-10 rolls. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Sear rolls seam-side down for 3 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp. Flip and cook 2 minutes more.
Step 6
Divide rolls onto plates with pickled peppers, ginger, and roasted potatoes. Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- large bowl
- large skillet (12-inch)
- paper towels
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