One-Pot Maqluba

Prep time

7min

Cook time

23min
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Ingredients:

This recipe was originally designed for 2 people. Amended serving sizes for 1, 4, 6, and 8 people are intended to serve as general guidance only. Cooking times may need to be adjusted to suit your amended serving size.

  • 1 medium eggplant (sliced)

  • 1 large tomato (sliced)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • salt & black pepper (to taste)

  • 300 g minced beef

  • 1 large onion (chopped)

  • 2 tsp 7-Spice

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup Calrose rice (soaked in warm water)

  • 3 cup boiling hot broth

  • 1 tsp 7-Spice

  • ½ tsp salt

  • Chopped parsley (for ganish)

  • Toasted almonds (for ganish)

Method

  • Roast the vegetables: Toss eggplant in a pan until it slightly softens.

  • Cook the minced beef: • Heat olive oil in a deep pot. • Add onion and cook until soft. • Add minced beef, 7-Spice, salt, and pepper. • Cook on high until browned and completely dry. • Spread it into an even layer at the bottom of the pot.

  • Layer the Maqluba (same pot) Add in this order (traditional structure): 1. Minced beef layer 2. Roasted eggplant 3. Tomato slices 4. Soaked Calrose rice (spread evenly)

  • Add liquid & cook: • Slowly pour hot broth over the rice until just at rice level. • Cover, bring to a boil on high heat, then lower heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. • Turn off heat and rest covered.

  • Prepare Garnish: • Cut some parsley leaves with scissors and set aside. • Toss some almonds in 1-2 tbsp of ghee until brown and set aside.

  • Flip & serve: • Place a large plate over the pot and flip it upside-down. • Lift the pot to reveal the layered maqluba. • Garnish with parsley and toasted almonds

Calrose

Calrose rice is a round, tender and succulent grain, allowing it to lock in moisture when it is cooked. This rice is often used in dishes that require a bit more creaminess, like paella or risotto. It is also ideal in your favourite Middle Eastern, Korean and Spanish dishes.

Characteristics

Medium

Medium

Tender

Tender

Soft

Soft

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