Stuffed Leek with Ground Meat

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Stuffed Leek with Ground Meat (Etli Pırasa Dolması)

Preparation

Peel, wash and remove root ends and unwanted green parts of leeks. Cut crosswise into 6 cm (2 1/2 inch) long pieces. Simmer in salted water for 10 minufes or until tender. Remove from pan, reserving liqiud; drain. Push inside layers (center parts) of leek out with fingers, making leek shells open on both ends. Set aside. Combine ground meat, rice, fınely chopped onions and parsley, salt and pepper. Add water, mixing thoroughly. Fill leek shells with fılling. Press both ends with finger. Arrange in a shallow saucepan side by side. Heat reserved liquid. Add to leek. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Reduce heat. Combine egg and lemon juice beating until well blended. Add 2-3 tablespoons of hot liquid from pan, stirring well. Pour over leeks; stir gently. Simmer for 1-2 minutes. remove from heat. Serve hot.

Servings: 6

Nutritional Value
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