Name: Traditional Albanian Japrak
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Albania
Ingredients: 1 jar (16 oz) grape leaves in brine (about 40-50 leaves); 1 lb ground lamb or beef (or a mix); 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 4 cups beef or chicken broth (or water); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 lemon, sliced (optional, for simmering broth)

Japrak Albania

Grape leaves stuffed with rice, meat, and herbs, simmered in a savory broth.

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