20-Min Mahshi — Stuffed Grape Leaves
Tender grape leaves wrapped around a warm, herby rice-and-herb filling — a classic Egyptian comfort dish that comes together in 20 minutes with jarred grape leaves and pre-cooked rice.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix rice, dill, parsley, onion, and tomato paste in a bowl until well combined, then season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Lay a grape leaf flat, shiny side down. Spoon 1 tbsp rice filling onto the leaf near the stem end.
Step 3
Fold the stem end over the filling, then fold in both sides, and roll tightly away from you into a cigar shape.
Step 4
Repeat with remaining leaves and filling. You should have 12–16 rolls.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Arrange rolls seam-side down in a single layer.
Step 6
Drizzle with lemon juice and 3 tbsp water. Cover, reduce heat to low, and warm for 5 minutes until heated through.
Step 7
Serve hot, drizzled with pan juices. Pair with yogurt or lemon wedges if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- 12-inch skillet with lid
- wooden spoon or spatula
- cutting board and knife
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