Koupepia

Method 7 steps

1. 1

   Scald the vine leaves for a minute and spread them on a cloth.

2. 2

   Mix both minces with the raw rice, grated onion, tomatoes and herbs.

3. 3

   Work in the cinnamon, mint, salt, pepper and half the olive oil.

4. 4

   Put a spoon of filling on a leaf, fold the sides in and roll it into a tight cylinder.

5. 5

   Line the pot with torn leaves so the rolls do not catch.

6. 6

   Pack the rolls in tight layers seam down and weight them with a plate.

7. 7

   Pour in water with lemon juice and oil and cook them an hour, covered, over a low heat.