Greek · appetizer
Dolmades
Dolmades reads citrus 6.2, sourness 5.9 and fruity 5.0 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Greek appetizer, about 1 hr 40 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 3.1 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 6.3 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 7.9 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 1.4 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.5 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 5.1 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Citrus 6.2 · Sourness 5.9 · Fruity 5.0 · Herbaceous 4.6 · Sweetness 4.5 · Richness 4.2 · Salinity 3.0 · Allium 2.7 · Umami 1.8 · Floral 1.5 · Warm Spice 1.4 · Bitterness 1.3 · Nutty 1.1 · Heat 0.8 · Earthy 0.7
What's in it (9)
- 40 grape leaves (fresh
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Time & effort: about 1 hr 40 min (55 min active) · effort: involved
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 169.2 kcal, 3.3 g protein, 0.4 g fat, 37.6 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (5 steps)
- Blanch fresh or rinse brined grape leaves.
- Combine rice with sauteed onion, herbs, olive oil, and lemon.
- Roll a spoonful of filling tightly in each leaf and pack snugly in a pot.
- Cover with water and a plate weight, then simmer for 45 minutes.
- Serve cool with lemon wedges.
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- Grilled Cuban Mojo Pork Chops — Cuban
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.