stuffed Recipes
60 delicious stuffed recipes from around the world
Midye Dolma
Turkish stuffed mussels - mussels with spiced rice. Istanbul street snack.
Warak Enab
Stuffed grape leaves - tender leaves wrapped around spiced rice and lamb, braised until meltingly soft. Levantine classic.
Koussa Mahshi
Lebanese stuffed zucchini - baby zucchini filled with spiced meat and rice.
Warak Enab
Lebanese stuffed grape leaves - rice-filled grape leaves with lemon. Mezze essential.
Kousa Mahshi
Lebanese stuffed zucchini - cored zucchini with meat-rice filling. Summer classic.
Atayef
Lebanese stuffed pancakes - Ramadan pancakes with cream or nuts. Festive.
Dolmeh Barg
Persian stuffed grape leaves - vine leaves with meat, rice, and herbs. With split peas.
Koofteh Tabrizi
Tabriz meatballs - giant meatball stuffed with treasures. Azerbaijan specialty.
Dolmeh Beh
Persian stuffed quince - quince stuffed with meat, rice, split peas. Autumn specialty.
Atayef
Atayef are delicate, sweet Lebanese stuffed pancakes, often enjoyed during Ramadan. They can be filled with a rich clotted cream (ashta) or a spiced nut mixture, then either fried or served as is, and finally drizzled with fragrant sugar syrup. A truly festive treat!
Canh Khα» Qua (Vietnamese Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup)
A traditional Vietnamese soup featuring tender bitter melon halves or rings stuffed with a savory mixture of ground pork, wood ear mushrooms, and glass noodles, simmered in a clear, flavorful broth. This dish is often enjoyed for its perceived cooling properties and health benefits.
Dolmeh Beh (Persian Stuffed Quince)
A delightful and aromatic Persian autumn specialty where tender quinces are stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of ground lamb, rice, split peas, and warm spices, then simmered in a tangy pomegranate sauce until fork-tender and beautifully colored.
Δ°Γ§li KΓΆfte (Stuffed Bulgur Dumplings)
Δ°Γ§li kΓΆfte, meaning 'stuffed meatballs' in Turkish, are exquisite torpedo-shaped dumplings made from a delicate bulgur and semolina dough, generously filled with a savory mixture of spiced ground meat, onions, and walnuts. Often considered a culinary art form, especially in the Gaziantep region, these are a labor of love that rewards with incredible flavor and texture.
Kachori
Kachori is a popular Indian snack, especially from Rajasthan, consisting of a deep-fried, flaky pastry shell filled with a spiced mixture of lentils (dal) or peas. The key to its deliciousness lies in the crispy exterior and the flavorful, aromatic filling.
KarnΔ±yarΔ±k (Belly Split Open)
A classic Turkish dish featuring tender, fried eggplants that are "split open" and generously filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, onions, tomatoes, and peppers. It's a hearty and flavorful main course.
Koofteh Tabrizi (Tabriz Giant Meatball)
Koofteh Tabrizi is a magnificent Azerbaijani specialty from the city of Tabriz, Iran. It features a large, tender meatball made from a mixture of ground lamb, rice, and split peas, encasing a flavorful filling of hard-boiled eggs, walnuts, and dried plums. This dish is often served during special occasions and celebrations, showcasing its rich flavors and impressive presentation.
Kousa Mahshi (Lebanese Stuffed Zucchini)
A classic Lebanese summer dish featuring tender zucchini hollowed out and generously filled with a savory mixture of ground lamb, rice, and aromatic spices, then simmered in a flavorful broth. The zucchini becomes meltingly soft while the filling is hearty and delicious.
Koussa Mahshi (Lebanese Stuffed Zucchini)
Tender baby zucchini hollowed out and generously filled with a savory mixture of spiced ground lamb and rice, then gently simmered in a light tomato broth. A classic and comforting Lebanese dish.
Midye Dolma (Turkish Stuffed Mussels)
A classic Turkish street food, Midye Dolma are mussels stuffed with a fragrant, spiced rice pilaf. They are typically served chilled with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Warak Enab (Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Tender grape leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of spiced rice and ground lamb, then gently braised until meltingly soft. A beloved classic of Levantine cuisine.
Yaprak Sarma (Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Delicate grape leaves meticulously rolled around a fragrant rice and herb filling, then gently simmered. A quintessential cold mezze, perfect for sharing.
Yong Tau Foo (Malaysian Stuffed Tofu and Vegetables)
A beloved Hakka dish from Malaysia, Yong Tau Foo is a customizable meal where you choose various vegetables and tofu to be stuffed with a savory fish paste, then cooked in a flavorful broth or fried until golden. It's a delightful 'choose your own adventure' culinary experience.
Arepas
Venezuela's staple - griddled corn cakes split open and stuffed with endless combinations of savory fillings. These arepas are naturally gluten-free and a versatile base for any meal.
Bollitos Pelones (Venezuelan Meat-Stuffed Corn Dumplings)
Tender corn dumplings, stuffed with a savory seasoned ground beef filling and simmered in a rich tomato sauce. A beloved Venezuelan comfort food.