Maqluba is a beautiful molded chicken dish that is prepared by cooking layers of eggplant, chicken, and rice. It is served by inverting the cooked Maqluba onto a large round platter or tray. reheat oven to broil. Line a baking tray with foil. Spray a 6-quart, straight-sided pot with non-stick spray. Prepare Rice: Place rice ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes until water is half-absorbed Prepare Chicken: Rinse chicken and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes and sprinkle with ALL GOOD SPICE. Melt 2 Tbsp butter in a large, deep frying pan and sauté chicken until browned. Set aside. Prepare Eggplant: Drizzle the baking tray with olive oil. Place the eggplant slices on the tray and turn to lightly coat both sides. Sprinkle with ALL GOOD SPICE. Place under broiler for about 5 minutes on each side, until browned. 72 Assemble Maqluba: Lay the slices of tomato on the bottom of the 6-quart pot. Place the sautéed chicken over the tomatoes. Place the eggplant over the chicken. Spoon the rice on top of the eggplant. Shake the pan gently so the rice will fill the spaces between the chicken and vegetables. Add 1/2 cup water. Cover the pot and cook the Maqluba over high heat until steam escapes from the lid, about 2 to 3 minutes. Immediately turn the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, until the rice is done. Turn off the heat and let the pot sit for 15 to 30 minutes so the Maqluba will firm up before unmolding. When ready to serve, run a knife around the edge of the rice to loosen it. Invert the pot onto a large round serving platter or tray. Wait 10 minutes, then carefully lift the pot off and serve. Moroccan Onion and Raisin Chutney and Tsatsiki go especially well with Maqluba.

MAQLUBA (Upside-down Eggplant and Chicken Casserole)

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Category

All Good Spice

Baharat Mid - Eastern Blend - Salt Free

Baharat MIDDLE EASTERN BLEND

Breads

Chicken (dishes)

Grains

KIBBIE SPICE

Servings

Makes 6 servings

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Rice:
  • 2 cups Calrose (pearl or medium grain) rice, rinsed well and drained
  • 1/4 cup dried minced onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp SPICE BAZAAR BAHARAT MIDDLE EASTERN BLEND
Chicken:
  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • SPICE BAZAAR RANDA'S SPICE
  • 2 Tbsp butter
Eggplant:
  • 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch round slices
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • SPICE BAZAAR ALL GOOD SPICE
  • 2 large tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
   

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