Name: Azerbaijani Dolma (Yarpaq Dolması)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Azerbaijan
Ingredients: 1 jar (16 oz) grape leaves in brine (about 40-50 leaves); 1 lb ground lamb or beef (or a 50/50 mix); 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed; 1 large onion, finely grated; 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 2 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil; 2 cups water or broth (for cooking); 1 lemon, sliced (optional, for layering)

Dolma 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Grape leaves or vegetables stuffed with spiced meat and rice, a staple of Azerbaijani cuisine.

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