Maghlouba Soup

Name: Maghlouba Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small eggplant, cubed; 2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tsp salt; 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup long grain white rice, rinsed

A comforting soup inspired by the traditional layered rice dish, combining tender chicken, spices, cauliflower, eggplant, and rice in a warm broth.

55 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small eggplant, cubed
2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped
1 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp salt
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup long grain white rice, rinsed

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 lb diced boneless skinless chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes until browned.
3

Stir in 1 chopped yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 3 minutes until soft.
4

Add 1 small cubed eggplant, 2 cups chopped cauliflower florets, 1 tsp ground allspice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, and 1 tsp salt, stirring for 2 minutes.
5

Pour in 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth and add 1/2 cup rinsed long grain white rice, bringing the soup to a boil.
6

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice and vegetables are tender and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F.

Questions

How long does Maghlouba Soup keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Maghlouba Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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