How To Make Chicken Maqluba | Arabian Dish | Maqlooba

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier alternative with more protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can reduce calories and is vegetarian-friendly.

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and can be more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, carrots, and eggplant, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Season with spices, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add rinsed basmati rice on top of the chicken and vegetables without stirring.

Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes, still covered.

Carefully invert the pot onto a large serving platter, allowing Maqluba to fall out.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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