Stuffed Onions (Dolmeh Piaz)

Stuffed onions, or Dolmeh Piaz, are a savory delight from Persian cuisine. These onions are hollowed out and filled with a mixture of rice, herbs, and spices, creating a dish that is both fragrant and flavorful. As they bake, the onions become tender, and their flavors meld beautifully with the spiced rice filling. While this recipe requires some effort, the result is a delectable dish that can stand alone as a main course or accompany other dishes. Experience this culinary treat at any special dinner, where it is sure to captivate the palate with its unique taste and aroma.

Ingredients

• 4 large yellow onions
• 1 cup rice, cooked
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin, ground
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon, ground
• 1/2 tsp turmeric, ground
• 1 cup vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut off the tops of the onions and peel them. Carefully hollow out the onions, leaving a thick shell. Reserve any removed onion flesh for another use.
3. In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, chopped parsley, dill, and mint, olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Stuff the rice mixture firmly into the hollowed-out onions.
5. Place the stuffed onions upright in a baking dish and pour the vegetable broth around them.
6. Drizzle the stuffed onions with a little more olive oil and cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
7. Bake the onions for 30 minutes covered, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the onions are soft and the tops are slightly browned.
8. Serve the stuffed onions warm, optionally garnished with additional fresh herbs.

Keywords: Dinner, Rice Dish, Herbaceous, Savory, Baked

Spice Rack: Cumin, Cinnamon, Turmeric

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