Slow Cooker Stuffed Grape Leaves with Tomato Sauce
Slow Cooker Stuffed Grape Leaves with Tomato Sauce is a delicious and healthy Mediterranean dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with tender grape leaves that are stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and spices, and then slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce. The result is a mouth-watering dish that is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients (per serving):
- 6-8 grape leaves
- 1/4 cup uncooked white rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped tomato
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup water
Cooking Tips:
- Soak the grape leaves in hot water for 10-15 minutes before using to make them more pliable.
- Use a small spoon to fill the grape leaves with the rice mixture, being careful not to overfill them.
- Place the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in the slow cooker to prevent them from unraveling during cooking.
Cooking Process:
1. In a bowl, mix together the rice, parsley, mint, onion, tomato, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and allspice.
2. Lay a grape leaf flat on a work surface, with the stem end facing you.
3. Place a spoonful of the rice mixture in the center of the leaf.
4. Fold the bottom of the leaf up over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll up tightly.
5. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
6. Place the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in the slow cooker.
7. Pour the tomato sauce and water over the grape leaves.
8. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the rice is tender and the grape leaves are cooked through.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley and mint, if desired.
Appearance and Taste:
Slow Cooker Stuffed Grape Leaves with Tomato Sauce is a beautiful and colorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The tender grape leaves are filled with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and spices, and then slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce. The result is a delicious and healthy dish that is both savory and satisfying. The combination of the tangy tomato sauce and the fragrant herbs and spices creates a complex and delicious flavor that is sure to please even the most discerning palate.
Type of Dish:
Mediterranean Appetizer
3 Main Ingredients:
- Grape Leaves
- Rice
- Tomato Sauce
