Maklouba (tunisian Spiced Grilled Eggplant)
Maklouba is a popular Tunisian dish featuring spiced grilled eggplant layered with fragrant rice and tender vegetables. This flavorful and aromatic dish is perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants, sliced
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and lightly charred. Set aside.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until softened. Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the basmati rice to the pot and stir to coat with the spices. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Arrange the grilled eggplant, sliced tomatoes, and red bell pepper on top of the rice in the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the rice is fully cooked.
- Once done, carefully invert the pot onto a large serving platter, allowing the layers to fall and create a beautiful presentation. Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Grill Large Pot Serving Platter
Tools
Grill Brush Cooking Spoon Chef's Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve Maklouba with a side of creamy hummus and a fresh salad for a complete Tunisian feast.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, you can also grill the vegetables before layering them with the rice.
Cost
$15