Description
Persian Stuffed Onions Recipe (Dolmeh Piaz) is a delightful and visually striking dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of Persian cuisine. Each onion is carefully hollowed and filled with a fragrant mixture of basmati rice, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices, resulting in a unique culinary experience. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether as an impressive appetizer or a hearty main course. With its beautiful presentation and rich flavors, Persian stuffed onions will surely impress your guests while offering a nutritious addition to your meal plans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice (preferably basmati)
- 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs (parsley, dill, mint), chopped
- 4 medium-sized onions
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; soak in warm water for 20 minutes before draining.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until translucent. Stir in soaked rice, herbs, turmeric, salt, and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Peel the onions carefully and hollow them out while keeping enough layers intact to form shells.
- Stuff each onion with the filling mixture and arrange upright in a pot.
- Pour vegetable broth around the onions until halfway submerged; cover and bring to a simmer.
- Cook on low heat for about 45 minutes until tender.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the cooked onions before serving.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed onion (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg