Swiss Chard Dolmades Recipe
Introduction:
Welcome to a culinary journey that transforms the bounties of your garden into a delightful dish – Swiss Chard Dolmades! Perfect for households with diverse tastes, this recipe showcases the versatility of Swiss chard leaves, elevating them beyond the conventional grape leaves used in dolmades. Whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat lover, we’ve got you covered with two mouthwatering fillings. Get ready for a culinary experience that harmonizes flavors and textures in every bite.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 16 | Swiss chard leaves |
| 2/3 | White rice |
| 3 | Garlic |
| 2 | Butter |
| 1/4 | White raisins |
| 3 | Curry powder |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1 | Lamb shoulder |
| 8 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Garlic (additional) |
| 3 | White rice (additional) |
| 1/4 | Dried dill |
| 1 | Fresh dill |
| 2 | Salt (additional) |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 478.1
- Fat Content: 23.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 56.1mg
- Sodium Content: 2234.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 51.7g
- Fiber Content: 6g
- Sugar Content: 6.9g
- Protein Content: 18g
Instructions:
- Saute white rice and garlic in butter for 1 minute, then add almonds. Stir until almonds turn slightly brown.
- Turn off the heat, then stir in the remaining ingredients for the vegetarian filling.
- Brown lamb and garlic in olive oil, add white rice, and stir until rice begins to brown.
- Turn off the heat, then stir in the remaining ingredients for the meat filling.
- In a 9X11″ baking dish or large wide-bottomed stewing pot, pour 3/4 cup tomato juice, enough to cover the bottom about 1/2″ deep.
- Rinse chard leaves and cut off any stems. Steam leaves for 3-4 minutes until soft and pliable.
- Allow leaves to cool. Flatten a chard leaf on the working surface and place 2 tablespoons of chosen filling 1/2 inch above the bottom stem end.
- Fold each side over the filling, then roll up “burrito style,” ending with the top of the leaf folded over the roll.
- Place the dolmade “leaf-tip-side-down” in the tomato juice in the prepared pan. Repeat with all remaining leaves.
- Differentiate vegetarian and meat dolmades by placing a sliver of carrot or red pepper on top of the vegetarian ones.
- Pour remaining tomato juice over the dolmades.
Cooking Methods:
| Method | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oven | 350°F | 35 minutes |
| Stovetop | Low-medium | 20-25 minutes |
Important:
- For stovetop method, weight the dolmades down with a plate and something heavy.
- Let them sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to avoid falling apart.
Serving:
Serve 4 dolmades per guest with lemon wedges to squeeze over. They’re delicious cold or at room temperature.
Accompaniments:
- Avgolemono soup
- Tossed salad with black olives and feta cheese
- Fresh steamed artichokes
- Garlic bread
Conclusion:
Swiss Chard Dolmades unite freshness from your garden, the richness of lamb, and the wholesome goodness of white rice. This recipe is a celebration of flavors, ensuring that every bite is a culinary adventure. Whether you choose the oven or stovetop method, the result is a symphony of taste and texture, making these dolmades a perfect centerpiece for your dining table. Embrace the joy of cooking and savor the uniqueness of this Swiss Chard Dolmades recipe! 🌿🍚🍋
