Dolma (meaning “stuffed”) are grape leaves, vegetables or fruits stuffed with a savory, well-seasoned filling. Among the most popular variations, greek dolmades are grape leaves stuffed with a filling of ground lamb, rice, onion, currants, pine nuts and various seasonings. Dolmades are usually braised or baked. Other foods used as casings include squash, eggplant, sweet peppers, cabbage leaves, quinces and apples. Dolma may be eaten hot, cold or at room temperature, and served as an appetizer or entree.
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