Stuffed grape leaves (sarma)

Steps

1. 1Prepare the bundt pan

   Line a bundt pan with grape leaves, overlapping them to cover the entire interior surface.

   Grape
2. 2Add the rice filling

   Fill the center cavity with the prepared rice and tomato paste mixture, spreading it evenly around the ring.

   RiceTomato paste
3. 3Cover with grape leaves

   Fold the overhanging grape leaves over the rice filling to seal it completely.

   Grape
4. 4Add lemon and liquid

   Place lemon slices on top and pour the cooking liquid over the entire assembly.

   LemonCooking liquid
5. 5Cover and steam45 min

   Cover the pan tightly and steam until the rice is cooked through and the grape leaves are tender, about 45 minutes.

6. 6Unmold and serve

   Let cool slightly, then invert the pan onto a serving plate to unmold the sarma ring.