Deconstructed Vine Leaves

Prep time

8min

Cook time

20min

All the classic flavors of vine leaves in a simplified one-pot version, combining spiced beef, rice, and chopped leaves, ready in just 30 minutes.


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Ingredients:

This recipe was originally designed for 2 people. Amended serving sizes for 1, 4, 6, and 8 people are intended to serve as general guidance only. Cooking times may need to be adjusted to suit your amended serving size.

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

  • 350 g Minced beef

  • 1 Small onion (finely chopped)

  • 1 tsp 7-Spice

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp Black pepper

  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste

  • 1 cup Calrose rice (rinsed)

  • 1½ cup Broth

  • 1 cup chopped vine leaves (washed)

  • Pomegranate molasses (drizzle)

  • Pomegranate seeds

  • Lemon slices

  • Optional: parsley or mint

Method

  • Heat olive oil in a deep pot to brown the beef, then add onion and sauté 1 minute

  • Add minced beef, salt, pepper, 7-Spice and tomato paste, let it cook 5–6 minutes until browned and no liquid remains.

  • Add the rinsed Calrose rice directly into the pot then the chopped vine leaves.

  • Stir everything together to coat the rice in the beef juices.

  • Pour in 1.5 cups water/broth then Stir once, then bring to a gentle boil.

  • Cover the pot and reduce heat to low, ket it Cook 12–14 minutes until rice is soft and liquid is absorbed.

  • Turn off heat and rest covered for 3–5 minutes.

  • To serve fluff gently and spoon into bowls.

  • Then finish with a drizzle of pomegranate molasses, Pomegranate seeds, Lemon slices

  • Optional fresh parsley or mint

Calrose

Calrose rice is a round, tender and succulent grain, allowing it to lock in moisture when it is cooked. This rice is often used in dishes that require a bit more creaminess, like paella or risotto. It is also ideal in your favourite Middle Eastern, Korean and Spanish dishes.

Characteristics

Medium

Medium

Tender

Tender

Soft

Soft

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