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Maqluba (upside-down rice)

Palestinian layered pot of spiced chicken, fried eggplant and cauliflower, and rice, flipped onto a platter.

Time
120min
Steps
5
Maqluba (upside-down rice), photographed from above

Ingredients

8 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Layer tomato slices, the simmered chicken (cooked to 74°C (165°F)), eggplant and cauliflower in the pot.

    2. 2

      Season rice with spices and spread on top.

    3. 3

      Pour in hot broth to cover by 1 cm.

    4. 4

      Cover and cook on low 35 minutes; rest 15.

    5. 5

      Invert onto a platter, lift the pot and top with nuts; serve with yogurt salad.

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