Japrak me Mish dhe Oriz

Name: Japrak me Mish dhe Oriz
Prep time: PT30 minutes
Cook time: PT1 hour 30 minutes
Total time: PT2 hours
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Albania
Ingredients: 40-50 leaves Fresh grape leaves (or canned, rinsed and drained); 500 g Ground lamb or beef; 1 cup Medium-grain rice (rinsed); 1 medium Onion (finely chopped); 1/2 cup Fresh parsley (chopped); 1/4 cup Fresh mint (chopped); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 3 tbsp Olive oil; 2 tbsp Lemon juice; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 2 cups Water or broth; 2 tbsp Butter (for cooking)

A flavorful Albanian dish of stuffed grape leaves with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, herbs, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection.

준비 시간30 minutes

조리 시간1 hour 30 minutes

총 시간2 hours

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
If using fresh grape leaves, blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until pliable. Drain and set aside. If using canned, rinse them well.
2
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, rinsed rice, chopped onion, parsley, mint, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
Lay a grape leaf flat with the shiny side down and the stem end towards you. Place about 1-2 tablespoons of the filling near the stem end. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the stem end towards the tip.
4
Arrange the rolled grape leaves snugly in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, seam-side down, in a single layer. You can also create multiple layers if needed.
5
Pour the water or broth over the japrak. Add the butter. Place a heatproof plate on top of the japrak to keep them submerged and prevent them from unraveling during cooking.
6
Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cook for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the leaves are soft. Check occasionally to ensure there is enough liquid.
7
Let the japrak rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, drizzled with a little extra olive oil or lemon juice if desired.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Use tender, young grape leaves for the best texture.
✓Don't overfill the leaves, as the rice will expand during cooking.
✓Ensure the japrak are tightly packed in the pot to prevent them from falling apart.
✓Adjust seasoning to your preference before rolling.

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이 레시피를 나만의 스타일로 바꾸는 영감

For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and increase the amount of rice and vegetables like finely chopped zucchini or bell peppers.
Add a pinch of allspice or cinnamon to the filling for a warmer flavor profile.
Serve with a side of yogurt or a lemon-dill sauce.