{"id":16931,"date":"2026-02-28T15:14:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T15:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alanyarehberi.com\/?p=16931"},"modified":"2026-02-28T19:02:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T19:02:35","slug":"cicek-dolmasi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alanyarehberi.com\/en\/stuffed-zucchini-blossoms.html","title":{"rendered":"Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms (\u00c7i\u00e7ek Dolmas\u0131)<\/h2>\n

One of the most delicate dishes of Aegean and Mediterranean cuisine, especially prepared during summer with fresh zucchini blossoms.<\/p>\n

Servings:<\/strong> 6\u20138 People<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\uded2 Ingredients<\/h2>\n

Main Ingredients:<\/h3>\n
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    50 zucchini blossoms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 cups rice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 tea glasses olive oil (about 200 ml total)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    4 medium onions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    4 medium tomatoes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 bunch parsley<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd bunch fresh mint<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon black pepper<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tea glass water (about 100 ml)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    \ud83e\udd63 Preparation<\/h2>\n

    Harvest the Blossoms:<\/strong>
    Zucchini blossoms should be picked early in the morning before they close.<\/p>\n

    Clean Them:<\/strong>
    Trim the stems. Carefully remove the yellow pollen inside. Gently rinse and drain.<\/p>\n

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    \ud83d\udd25 Instructions<\/h2>\n

    Prepare the Filling:<\/strong>
    Mix finely chopped onions, diced tomatoes, chopped mint and parsley, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.
    Add the washed and drained rice and combine well. The filling is prepared raw.<\/p>\n

    Stuff the Blossoms:<\/strong>
    Carefully fill each open blossom with the prepared mixture.
    Fold the tips of the petals over to seal them.<\/p>\n

    Cook:<\/strong>
    Arrange the stuffed blossoms side by side in a pot. Add 1 tea glass of water.
    Cover with a lid, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low heat and cook.<\/p>\n

    Check for Doneness:<\/strong>
    Check occasionally to ensure the rice has softened. Once fully cooked, remove from heat.<\/p>\n

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    \u2705 Tip<\/h3>\n

    Finely dicing the tomatoes helps the rice remain separate and fluffy.
    Keep the lid closed during cooking, and once it starts boiling, reduce to low heat.<\/p>\n

    Enjoy your meal! \ud83c\udf3c<\/p>\n

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