How to make Waraa Einab

Waraa Einab, also known as Lebanese Stuffed Grape Leaves, is one of the best dishes in the Middle East. Millions of people across Lebanon and other countries in the Middle East love to make and eat Waraa Einab.

In addition to the grape leaves, you can use meat and rice or veggies and rice to make Waraa Einab. Today’s article will give you the ingredients list and step-by-step instructions to make Waraa Einab at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• At least 50 fresh grape leaves
• ½ pound of ground lamb or beef
• ¾ cup of long grain rice
• One chopped and skinned tomato
• One finely chopped onion
• Four tablespoons of finely chopped parsley
• Four tablespoons of finely chopped celery leaves
• 2 ½ tablespoons of tomato paste
• Two sliced tomatoes
• Two slivered garlic cloves
• One lemon

 

Instructions

1. Wash vine leaves
2. Put the leaves in a large bowl and add some boiling water
3. Ensure the water penetrates the layers
4. Let the leaves for 20 minutes to soak in water
5. Mix meat and rice in a large bowl
6. Add chopped onion, tomato, celery, parsley, pepper, and salt to the bowl
7. Mix these ingredients with rice and meat
8. Next, add two tablespoons of tomato paste for flavor
9. Place one leaf vein side up and a heaping tablespoon of filling near the stem
10. Use your hands to fold the stem over the filling
11. Ensure both sides fold toward the middle
12. Squeeze the roll in your hand’s palm
13. Use a layer of tomato slices to line the large saucepan
14. Sprinkle with lemon juice and add ½ cup of water
15. Place a small place over the rolled leaves and cover with a lid
16. Cook on a gentle heat for 60 to 120 minutes
17. Make sure the rolls are tender and crispy
18. Add the dish to the plate and serve hot to your family or friends