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Maqluba

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Maqluba translates to 'upside-down' in Arabic, reflecting its unique cooking method where ingredients are layered and flipped onto a serving dish. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, this dish symbolizes hospitality and communal dining. Today, variations exist across the Middle East, with each country adding its own twist, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

Middle EasternPSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1kg chicken cut into 8 pieces
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp black pepper powder
1 tbsp olive oil
700g long grain basmati rice
1 tsp baharat
1/2 tsp black pepper powder
1 tsp salt
1 large potato peeled and sliced
1 eggplant sliced
400g cauliflower florets
1 large tomato sliced
1 large white onion chopped
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1375 ml water
2 large green chilies
1/2 cup olive oil
2 bay leaves
3 cinnamon sticks
8 black peppercorns
5 green cardamom pods

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious, and canned beans are often less expensive.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

1

Marinate chicken with turmeric, salt, red chili powder, black pepper powder, and olive oil; mix well and let it stand for 10 minutes.

2

Wash and soak the rice in water; keep aside.

3

Heat olive oil in a pot; fry the marinated chicken until golden brown, then remove it from the pot.

4

Add chopped onion and green chilies to the pot; sauté until tender.

5

Return the chicken to the pot, sauté for a few seconds, then add water and whole spices; boil for about 10 minutes.

6

Remove the chicken and strain the stock.

7

In another pot, arrange fried vegetables and tomato on the bottom, followed by the fried chicken.

8

Layer the soaked rice on top and add the strained stock; cover and simmer for about 25 minutes.

9

Remove from heat, place a plate on top of the rice, press down, and flip to serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsserving platter

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-free

Also Known As

MakloubehMaqlouba

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