Makloubeh Cauliflower With Rice Recipe
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Description
Makloubeh is a traditional Palestinian dish that is made with rice, vegetables, and meat. The word "makloubeh" means "upside down" in Arabic, which refers to the way the dish is served. The ingredients are layered in a pot, cooked, and then flipped over onto a serving platter. This recipe is a vegetarian version of makloubeh, made with cauliflower instead of meat.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour.Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower
- 2 cups of basmati rice
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of ground allspice
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment
- A large pot with a lid
- A frying pan
- A colander
Method
- Wash the rice in a colander until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and allspice to the pot and stir to combine.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir to combine.
- Add the vegetable broth to the pot and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
- Simmer the mixture for 45 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Using oven mitts, carefully flip the pot over onto a serving platter, so that the cauliflower and rice are now on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe can be easily adapted to include meat or additional vegetables, such as carrots or eggplant. You can also add chickpeas or beans for some extra protein.Nutrition Info
This recipe serves 6 people and each serving contains approximately:- Calories: 352
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 5g
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