Warak Enab

Name: Warak Enab
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 1 jar grape leaves (jarred), drained, rinsed; 1 lb ground beef or lamb; 0.5 cup short-grain white rice; 0.5 cup onion, finely minced; 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1.5 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped; 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon; 0.25 tsp ground allspice; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 tbsp olive oil

Tender grape leaves wrapped around seasoned ground meat and rice, then rolled and simmered in lemon broth. Tender, savory, and authentically Lebanese with bright, tangy notes.

70 minMediumServes 4240 cal/serving

LebaneseDinnerStovetopStandardGluten-Free

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Ingredients

1 jar grape leaves (jarred), drained, rinsed
1 lb ground beef or lamb
0.5 cup short-grain white rice
0.5 cup onion, finely minced
3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1.5 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
0.25 tsp ground allspice
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1

In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef or lamb, 0.5 cup short-grain white rice, 0.5 cup finely minced onion, 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, 1.5 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint, 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon, 0.25 tsp ground allspice, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
2

Lay out a 1 jar drained, rinsed grape leaves (jarred) and place about 1 tbsp filling at the base.
3

Fold in the sides and roll tightly from bottom to top.
4

Place seam-side down in a pot. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
5

Pour 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice and 2 cups chicken broth over the rolls.
6

Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil.
7

Cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes until leaves are very tender.
8

Serve warm with additional lemon juice on the side.

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What is Warak Enab?

Tender grape leaves wrapped around seasoned ground meat and rice, then rolled and simmered in lemon broth. Tender, savory, and authentically Lebanese with bright, tangy notes. This reference files it under Lebanese dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 70 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for allspice in Warak Enab?

The entry for Warak Enab calls for 0.25 tsp ground allspice. In its place: Equal parts ground cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Warak Enab?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Warak Enab uses 1 lb ground beef or lamb.

Is Warak Enab gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Warak Enab is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How do I store and reheat Warak Enab?

Refrigerate what is left of Warak Enab within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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