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Tavuklu Biryani
Hard 3 hr~540 kcal 7/10
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Maqluba
A Levantine upside-down rice pot of lamb, eggplant, and cauliflower, flipped at the table so its layered shape stays intact.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 38 min📖 1 min readServes 6~520 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 63 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 38 min- Prep35 min
- Cooking1 h 3 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 600 gr Diced lamb
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Rice
- 2 adet Eggplants
- 400 gr Cauliflower
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Yogurt
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the meat in salted water for 30 minutes, then drain and reserve the broth.
30 min30:00 - 2
Fry the eggplants and cauliflower for 8 minutes, then transfer to paper.
8 min08:00 - 3
Layer the vegetables, meat, and rice in the pot.
- 4
Add the meat broth so it rises 1 finger above the rice.
- 5
Cook the maqluba over low heat for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 6
Rest the pot for 10 minutes so the layers do not collapse while turning it over.
10 min10:00 - 7
Invert it onto a wide plate in one motion and serve with yogurt.
💡 Tip: Rest the pot for 10 minutes before turning it over so the layers release without falling apart.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with yogurt and cucumber.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
24
g protein
54
g carbs
18
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 46%Fat 34%
GI 39 · Low GIGL 21 · High GL
9.8g
Sugar
6.8g
Fiber
902.2mg
Sodium
11.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Maqluba make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Maqluba take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 63 minutes; 98 minutes in total.Is Maqluba difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Maqluba have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 54g, fat: 18g.Which allergens does Maqluba contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Maqluba belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Maqluba need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Maqluba filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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