Lamb Roll with Grape Leaves

1

In a pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil

Add the grape leaves and cook for 20 minutes

Drain and rinse under cold water

Drain again. Reserve

2

In a pot, mix the lamb with the grape leaves, thyme, garlic, onion, pepper, salt, and vinegar

Bring to medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 40 minutes or until the lamb is well cooked

3

Add the mixed water with flour, sweet paprika, and hot paprika

Stir and cook for another 15 minutes or until slightly thickened

Remove from heat

4

Grease a mold with oil

Line the bottom and sides with grape leaves, leaving the tips outside

Transfer the still-warm lamb to the mold and smooth with a spatula

Fold the grape leaf tips that remained outside of the mold over the lamb and cover with more grape leaves to cover all the lamb

Gently press with your hands

Unmold onto a large plate, garnish with grape leaves, and serve.