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Maqluba with Eggplant and Chicken

Maqluba with Eggplant and Chicken

Maqluba, the upside-down Palestinian basmati rice with fried eggplant and chicken, always impresses when flipped onto the platter.

80 min 4 servings Advanced

Method

  1. 01

    Slice the eggplant and fry golden in oil.

  2. 02

    Brown the chicken with onion and spices.

  3. 03

    Rinse the rice thoroughly.

  4. 04

    Layer eggplant, chicken, and rice in a pot.

  5. 05

    Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat.

  6. 06

    Let simmer covered for 30 minutes.

  7. 07

    Carefully flip the pot onto a platter before serving.

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