Stuffed chard leaves
Syrian people are very fond of stuffed vegetables or dolmas . Stuffed tomatoes, peppers, zucchini and eggplants are the year round favorites and during the fasting period of Lent, and on Good Friday among syrians. Cabbage leaves are stuffed in winter and vine leaves and zucchini flowers herald a fresh option in spring time. The success of any great dolma, which literally means “stuffed”, relies heavily on getting the stuffing right,with a dollop of yoghurt or a slice of lemon aside, they are utterly delicious.
Stuffed chard is a vegetarian option, with aromatic rice and herb filling, they need to soften up first then can be stuffed. It is a hearty dish with a northern Syrian addition of Syrian hot pepper paste sauce.