A delicious Lebanese dish made with grape leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of rice and coarsely ground beef, accompanied by a flavorful broth. The dish is boiled and then steamed to perfection, creating a delightful meal perfect for sharing.
1: Mix all stuffing ingredients (excluding rice) in a bowl.
2: Add rice and stir until combined.
3: Roll grape leaves until filled.
4: Place bones in a pot, cover with salt, and boil for an hour until tender.
5: Strain broth and reserve.
6: Place broth in a pot.
7: Arrange grape leaves in the pot, overlapping them. Secure with each other.
8: Sprinkle salt and pepper over leaves and tomatoes.
9: Place a heavy object over leaves and tomatoes.
10: Pour meat broth over leaves, ensuring they’re submerged. Add water if needed for about an inch of extra liquid.
11: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Remove the heavy object and reduce the rice to low heat.
12: Cover the leaves and cook for another 30 minutes.
13: Turn off the heat and let the dish steam and cool for 30-45 minutes.
14: Serve hot.
