Yalanji (Vegetarian Stuffed Vine Leaves)
A tangy, oil-based vine leaf dish perfect served cold as a mezze.
25 Sep 2025
How to Prepare
1
Mix the soaked rice with chopped tomato, onion, parsley, mint and the spices to make the filling.
2
Place a little filling on each vine leaf and roll tightly.
3
Arrange the rolls neatly in a pot.
4
Add the broth to cover and cook on low heat for about 2 hours.
5
About 30 minutes before the end, add the pomegranate molasses, olive oil and tomato sauce.
6
Let the rolls finish cooking until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
7
Let cool and serve, ideally at room temperature or cold.
✦ Chef Noor's Tip
Place a plate on top of the rolls while cooking to keep them from unraveling.