Greek Dolmades

by | Jul 17, 2020 | Keto 30 - Meals with less than 15 g net carbs, Recipe

Greek Dolmades

Dolmades are any type of stuffed vegetable in Greek cuisine. Grape leaves stuffed with lamb and rice are a popular cold or warm appetizer. We've modified the recipe to include a faux-rice made with cauliflower. It's just as delicious as the original with fewer carbohydrates.

 

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Step 1

Carefully remove the grape leaves from the jar without ripping them. Drain the liquid and rinse the leaves in warm water and set in a colander to drain. Trim off any stems. Steam the cauliflower florets until they are soft and crumbling. Remove. Once they've cooled, crumble or coarsely chop them to resemble steamed rice.

Step 2

Add the onions and olive oil to a saucepan and saute on medium heat until onion is translucent. Add the spice blend and continue to stir for one minute. In a large bowl, add the cauliflower crumbles, the sauteed onion, lamb, egg, feta, nuts and chopped mint, and spice blend.

Step 3

Take one grape leaf and place it smooth side down, veiny sides up. Place about 1 teaspoon or 1 tablespoon (depending on how big the leaf is) of rice mix at the bottom of the leaf. Fold the sides and then roll the leaf from bottom to top. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Step 4

Place a steaming rack in a large pot and arrange the dolmas on the steamer. It is OK to stack them. Place enough water at the bottom of the pot to almost reach the bottom layer of dolmas. Cover and simmer over low heat for 35 to 45 minutes, or until rice is totally cooked.

Step 5

Remove and place on a serving plate. Drizzle with olive oil, and if desired, sprinkle with a little sumac or fresh lemon juice.

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