Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Maqluba
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups basmati rice
- • 4 chicken thighs
- • 1 large aubergine, sliced
- • 1 cauliflower, in florets
- • 1 onion, sliced
- • 1 tsp ground turmeric
- • 1 tsp ground cumin
- • 1 cinnamon stick
- • 4 cups chicken stock
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Fry the aubergine and cauliflower in oil until golden; drain.
2
Phase 2
Brown the chicken and onion, then season with the turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon.
3
Phase 3
In a heavy pot, arrange the chicken, then the vegetables, then the soaked rice.
4
Phase 4
Pour in the stock, weight with a plate, and cook covered on low 30 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Rest 10 minutes off the heat.
6
Phase 6
Flip the pot onto a large tray so the chicken crowns the rice, and serve.