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Yalanji

Syria

Yalanji, meaning 'imitation' in Turkish-derived vocabulary, refers to the meatless version of stuffed vine leaves common across the Levant.

Syrian vegetarian stuffed vine leaves filled with rice, tomato and pomegranate molasses, served cold as a tangy mezze staple.

Authentic Syria Yalanji recipe
Prep
45 mins
Cook
50 mins
Difficulty
Hard
Calories
350 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

40vine leaves, blanched
250grice
2tomatoes, finely diced
2 tbsppomegranate molasses
3 tbspolive oil
1lemon, juiced

Method

1

Mix rice, tomato, pomegranate molasses and olive oil for the filling.

2

Place a spoonful on each vine leaf and roll tightly.

3

Layer snugly in a pot, weigh down with a plate, and cover with water and lemon juice.

4

Simmer gently for 45-50 minutes until the rice is tender, then cool and serve at room temperature.

Chef's Tip

Yalanji is traditionally served cold or at room temperature, unlike meat-stuffed vine leaves which are typically served warm.

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