Dolmas (Noun)
Meaning
Well-seasoned rice (with nuts or currants or minced lamb) simmered or braised in stock.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Dolmas were the centerpiece of the Turkish banquet, with steaming hot grape leaves filled with fragrant rice, nuts, and spices.
- At the family gathering, my aunt proudly served her signature dolmas, filled with a special blend of rice, currants, and minced lamb.
- The restaurant's specialty was dolmas made with saffron-infused rice, chopped almonds, and a hint of cinnamon, all carefully wrapped in tender grape leaves.
- After hours of simmering, the dolmas were finally ready to be served, their well-seasoned rice and fragrant spices wafting through the kitchen.
- For a quick snack, I heated up some leftover dolmas from last night's dinner, the rice and nuts filling me with warmth and satisfaction.