dinner · gluten-free
Maqluba (upside-down rice)
Palestinian layered pot of spiced chicken, fried eggplant and cauliflower, and rice, flipped onto a platter.
- Time
- 120min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Contains milk.
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Method
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1
Layer tomato slices, the simmered chicken (cooked to 74°C (165°F)), eggplant and cauliflower in the pot.
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2
Season rice with spices and spread on top.
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3
Pour in hot broth to cover by 1 cm.
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4
Cover and cook on low 35 minutes; rest 15.
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5
Invert onto a platter, lift the pot and top with nuts; serve with yogurt salad.