Spicy Tuna Dolmas with Citrus-Yogurt Sauce
Our variation on dolmas (think Mediterranean spring rolls) bundles fresh tuna, crunchy peppers, and tender couscous stuffed into tangy grape leaves. Remember to gently remove the leaf bundles (available at most Mediterranean markets, Whole Foods, or Trader Joe’s locations) from their jar, being careful not to tear the leaves.
Serves 8
Ingredients
16 grape leaves (from 1 [16-oz.] jar)
3 cups chicken stock
10 ounces fresh tuna, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup uncooked Israeli couscous, cooked according to pkg. directions (about 2 cups)
1 small yellow onion, minced (about 1 cup)
3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 Tbsp.)
1 serrano chile, minced
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Citrus-Yogurt Sauce
May 2018
