Mehshi Selek (Stuffed Swiss Chard Leaves)

Ingredients (serves approx. 50 pieces): Swiss chard leaves, minced lamb, tomato, onion, rice, olive oil, garlic, lemon, mixed Lebanese spices, salt and pepper.
Serving size: One large platter ideal for weddings or corporate gatherings, offering around 50 pieces, or approximately 30 guests.

Mehshi Selek, or stuffed Swiss chard leaves, is one of those Lebanese dishes that brings quiet joy to the table. Each leaf is softened, filled with a delicate mix of rice, minced lamb, tomato and herbs, then rolled and simmered gently in a lemony broth until tender. At Awafi Foods in London, we prepare it just as it would be in a family kitchen back home, with patience and care. The result is a meze that balances freshness with comfort, lightness with flavour, and tradition with presentation. Perfect for guests who appreciate authentic Lebanese food, our Mehshi Selek is halal-friendly, freshly made and beautifully served, adding warmth and authenticity to any event.