Wrapped Chard Leaves (Pazı Sarma)

Chard leaves rolled around an olive-oil rice filling for a light, refreshing meze.

Prep time: 35 minutes · Cook time: 30 minutes · Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of chard

• 1 cup rice

• 1 onion, grated

• Dill, mint

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• Salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, sugar

• Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Separate the chard leaves from the stems and blanch briefly in boiling water.

2. Mix the rice, onion, herbs, and spices together to prepare the filling.

3. Place a spoonful of filling on each leaf and roll it up.

4. Arrange the rolls snugly in a pot, then add olive oil, water, and lemon juice.

5. Cook over low heat for 25-30 minutes, and serve cold.