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Maqluba
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مقلوبة — [mak-loo-bah]
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A savory upside-down dish with meat, rice, and vegetables.
Why try it?
Maqluba showcases the warm, rich flavors typical to Levantine cuisine, illustrating Jordan's love for hearty, layered dishes shared among family.
How it tastes
Juicy chicken or meat melds with aromatic rice flavored with spice-laden layers of eggplant and cauliflower, all infused with a savory broth.
Origin & History — first documented: 1910
Originating around the 13th century, maqluba was innovated as an agricultural meal, making use of plentiful vegetables with rice and meats in Amman.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g chicken pieces
- 🌾 300 g rice
- 🥕 200 g eggplant
- 🥕 2 medium tomato
- 🧂 1 tsp cinnamon
- 🌿 2 leaves bay leaves
Method
- 1 Brown chicken and vegetables.
- 2 Layer them in a pot with rice.
- 3 Cook and then flip the pot to serve.
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