Makloubeh: An Upside-Down Delight The first time I tasted Makloubeh, I was a culinary student interning at a small Palestinian restaurant in Jerusalem. The aroma alone – a symphony of warm spices, fragrant rice, and perfectly browned eggplant – was enough to stop me in my tracks. Then, the chef, a woman named Fatima, dramatically … Read more
Makloubeh: An Upside-Down Feast of Cauliflower, Potatoes, and Meat The first time I tasted Makloubeh, I was a wide-eyed culinary student visiting Jerusalem. My friend’s grandmother, a woman whose hands held the wisdom of generations, prepared it. The aroma alone was intoxicating – a symphony of spices, fried vegetables, and simmering meat. But the real … Read more
Makloubeh – An Upside-Down Cauliflower Masterpiece The first time I tasted Makloubeh, I was at a small gathering in a friend’s sun-drenched kitchen. The air was thick with the aroma of warm spices and something deeply savory. Then, the grand reveal – a steaming pot was inverted onto a large platter, releasing a perfectly formed … Read more