Warak Enab

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Ingredients

1 cup	short-grain rice
200 grams	ground lamb or beef
1 large	tomato, finely chopped
1 small	onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	olive oil
1 teaspoon	ground allspice
1 teaspoon	ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon	salt
1/2 teaspoon	black pepper
1 jar	grape leaves, drained and rinsed
2 cups	chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons	lemon juice
1 handful	fresh mint leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2 In a large bowl, combine the soaked rice, ground meat, chopped tomato, chopped onion, olive oil, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
3. 3 Mix the ingredients well to form the stuffing.
4. 4 Lay a grape leaf flat, shiny side down, and place a spoonful of the stuffing near the stem end.
5. 5 Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly to form a cigar shape.
6. 6 Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and stuffing.
7. 7 Line the bottom of a large pot with a few grape leaves to prevent sticking.
8. 8 Arrange the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in the pot, packing them tightly in layers.
9. 9 Pour the chicken or vegetable broth and lemon juice over the grape leaves.
10. 10 Place a heat-proof plate on top of the grape leaves to keep them submerged.
11. 11 Bring the pot to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and cover.
12. 12 Cook for 40 minutes, or until the rice and meat are cooked through.
13. 13 Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
14. 14 Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.