Maqluba Surprise (مقلوبة مفاجأة)
مقلوبة مفاجأة (Maqluba Surprise) is a traditional Jordanian dish that is sure to impress your guests with its delicious flavors and unique presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 large eggplant, sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
- Add the spices (turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves) to the onions and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Layer the potatoes, eggplant, and cauliflower in the pot, then add the browned chicken on top.
- Add the rice on top of the chicken and vegetables, then pour the broth over everything.
- Cover the pot and let the maqluba simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
- Once cooked, carefully invert the pot onto a large serving platter to reveal the beautiful layers of the maqluba.
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
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the maqluba with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Be careful when inverting the pot to avoid any hot liquid spilling out. Enjoy this flavorful and impressive dish with family and friends!
Cost
$15