Jordanian Warak Enab with Rice, Herbs and Lemon
Warak Enab features vine leaves stuffed with a savory mix of rice, herbs, and lemon, simmered to perfection in 60 minutes.
Warak Enab is a traditional dish that brings together vibrant flavors in a healthy package. The combination of herbs and lemon brightens the rice filling.
Why This Recipe Works
Fresh Ingredients: Using fresh herbs and lemon zest enhances the flavor profile of the rice filling.
Perfectly Rolled: Tightly rolling the vine leaves ensures even cooking and prevents the filling from spilling out.
Layering Technique: Layering the stuffed leaves in the pot allows them to steam perfectly, resulting in tender leaves and fluffy rice.
Chef's Pro Tip: Allow the dish to rest after cooking; this helps the flavors meld and makes serving easier.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it for 15 minutes.
- 2
In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the soaked rice, parsley, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the onion; stir well.
- 4
Place a vine leaf shiny side down, add a spoonful of the rice mixture, and roll tightly.
- 5
Arrange the rolled vine leaves in a pot, layering them tightly, and add water to cover.
- 6
Simmer on low heat for 40 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the leaves are tender.
- 7
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving, drizzled with extra lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
10g
carbs
60g
fiber
4g
sodium
600mg
protein
7g
calories
350
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