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Onion Dolma

Recipe by Oum Arwa

Onion dolma, a Middle Eastern specialty of Iranian origin. Tender onion leaves stuffed with a flavorful mixture of minced meat, rice, tomatoes and spices, gently baked in the oven with a lemony tomato sauce. Easy to prepare, this comforting dish is perfect for a convivial dinner.

MediumIranianServes 4

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Source Video
15m
Prep
1h 20m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 46m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$8.66
Per serving:$2.16

Critical Success Points

  • Boil the onions until tender
  • Mix the filling without overworking the meat
  • Do not overstuff the onion leaves
  • Check the sauce consistency before baking
  • Covered baking at 180°C for 40‑45 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful with boiling water when cooking the onions
  • Handle hot onions with gloves or let them cool
  • Use oven mitts to remove the dish from the oven

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