Chard Rolls with Artichoke and Orange

Ingredients

• 2 bunches of fresh chard leaves
• 2 artichoke hearts (diced)
• 1 cup riceInstead: bulgur
• 2 onions (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons currants
• 100 ml olive oil
• Juice of 1 orange
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon allspice and salt
• 1.5 cups hot water

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Softened chard leaves in boiling water for 1 minute, transfer to cold water and drain.

2. 2

   Sauté onions in olive oil in a wide pan until translucent.

3. 3

   Add washed rice, currants, diced artichokes, and spices, sauté for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Place filling in the center of chard leaves, fold sides, and roll up.

5. 5

   Arrange the rolls neatly in a pot.

6. 6

   Pour orange juice, remaining olive oil, sugar, salt, and hot water over them.

7. 7

   Simmer on low heat for about 35-40 minutes, rest at room temperature before serving.

Note. Place a porcelain plate upside down on the rolls during cooking to keep them tightly packed.