Iraqi Maqluba – Recipe for Iraqi Maqluba – How to Prepare Iraqi Maqluba

Iraqi Maqluba – Recipe for Iraqi Maqluba – How to Prepare Iraqi Maqluba

Iraqi Maqluba is known for its delicious taste and high nutritional value. It is also easy to prepare, taking no more than 80 minutes to cook and serve. In this article, we will provide ingredients for six people along with the preparation method, hoping you enjoy this traditional dish from Iraqi cuisine.

Ingredients for Iraqi Maqluba:

 

• 3 cups of soaked and drained rice.
• A suitable amount of vegetable oil (as needed).
• 1 red onion, sliced.
• 1 medium-sized tomato, sliced.
• 2 medium-sized eggplants, sliced lengthwise.

For the tomato sauce:

• 1 cup of tomato sauce.
• 1 tablespoon of mixed spices.
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
• 1 tablespoon of salt.
• 4 cups of hot water.

For the chicken:

• 3 chicken breasts, cut into cubes.
• 1 teaspoon of salt.
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
• 1 teaspoon of mixed spices.

How to Prepare Iraqi Maqluba:

1. Fry the Eggplant:
   Heat vegetable oil in a suitable pot over medium heat, then fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place them on paper towels to absorb the excess oil.

2. Prepare the Chicken:
   In a bowl, season the chicken cubes with black pepper, salt, and mixed spices.
   Heat some vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat, then add the seasoned chicken and stir until it turns red and is fully cooked.

3. Layer the Ingredients:
   In a suitable pot, layer the fried eggplant, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions, and the cooked chicken. Top with the soaked rice, spreading it evenly across the pot.

4. Prepare the Tomato Sauce:
   In a separate bowl, mix the tomato sauce, hot water, mixed spices, black pepper, and salt. Stir the mixture well until fully combined.

5. Cook the Maqluba:
   Pour the prepared tomato sauce over the rice and other ingredients in the pot.
   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the rice is fully cooked.

6. Serve the Maqluba:
   Once cooked, flip the pot onto a large serving dish, revealing the beautiful layered presentation of the Maqluba.

Your Iraqi Maqluba is now ready to be served! Enjoy this warm, flavorful dish with your family or guests. Bon appétit!