Традиционный рецепт армянской долмы: голубцы в виноградных листьях

Traditional Armenian Dolma Recipe

Dolma is one of the most iconic dishes in Armenian cuisine. These stuffed grape leaves are filled with a mixture of rice, meat, and aromatic spices.

- 50 grape leaves (fresh or jarred)

- 1 lb ground beef or lamb

- 1 cup rice

- 1 large onion, finely chopped

- Fresh herbs: parsley, dill, mint

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Tomato paste

- Lemon juice

1. Prepare grape leaves by blanching if fresh

2. Mix meat, rice, onion, and herbs

3. Roll filling in grape leaves

4. Arrange in pot and simmer

5. Serve with yogurt

- Don't overfill the leaves

- Pack tightly in the pot

- Use a plate to weigh them down

Looking for ready-made dolma? Find Armenian restaurants serving authentic dolma near you!

**Q: Can I make dolma vegetarian?**

A: Yes! Replace meat with more rice and add chickpeas for protein.