Chicken Epraxs / Dolma

Experience the delightful taste of the Mediterranean with this delicious recipe for Stuffed Onions and Grape Leaves with Jasmine Rice. Filled with a fragrant mix of spices, chicken, and fresh vegetables, this dish is perfect for a cozy meal for two. Enjoy the medley of flavors in every bite!

Ingredients

For the Stuffing

🍚 1 cup jasmine rice, washed
🍗 1 chicken breast, chopped finely
🌿 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
🧅 1 onion, chopped
🍅 1 tomato, chopped
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, chopped
🧄 4 cloves of garlic, chopped
🥄 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon
🍋 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons citric acid
🧂 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🔥 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
🍃 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
📦 1 packet Sazón
🥫 1 can tomato paste
🌿 1/4 cup oil

For the Base

🥔 2 potatoes, sliced
🥕 1 or 2 carrots, sliced
🥄 3 to 4 tablespoons oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Vegetables:

Peel and slice the onions, and rinse the grape leaves to remove any excess salt. Set aside.

2- Make the Stuffing:

In a large bowl, combine jasmine rice, chopped chicken breast, parsley, onion, tomato, jalapeño, and garlic.
Add chicken bouillon, citric acid, salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, dried mint, Sazón, and tomato paste.
Pour in 1/4 cup oil and mix everything thoroughly until well combined.

3- Assemble the Pot:

In the bottom of a cooking pot, place the sliced potatoes and carrots, and drizzle with 3 to 4 tablespoons of oil.

4- Stuff the Vegetables:

Take a portion of the stuffing and fill each onion layer and grape leaf. Roll up the grape leaves and place them seam-side down into the pot.
Continue until all the stuffing is used, arranging them snugly in the pot.

5- Cook the Dolma:

Set the pot over high heat for the first 10 to 15 minutes.
Reduce the heat to very low, cover, and let it cook for an additional 1 1/2 to 2 hours. The vegetables and chicken will release sufficient moisture, so no extra water is needed.

6- Serve and Enjoy:

Once cooked, carefully remove the stuffed onions and grape leaves. Serve warm and savor the delightful flavors.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
Nutritional Information (per serving): Proteins: 25g, Fats: 18g, Carbohydrates: 55g
Equipment: Large pot with lid, mixing bowl, knife

Cooking Tips:

To enhance the flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with your favorite vegetables or beans.

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Stuffed Onions and Grape Leaves with Jasmine Rice