Shrimp maqluba recipe

Shrimp Maqluba

Step 1: Prep and Season the Shrimp [00:02]

Clean and devein the shrimp. Season them with spices (including what looks like turmeric and paprika) and salt. Mix well.

Step 2: Sear the Shrimp [00:13]

Heat oil in a pan and sear the seasoned shrimp until cooked. Set them aside.

Step 3: Sauté Vegetables [00:17]

In the same pan, sauté sliced onion and green bell pepper until they are soft and lightly browned.

Step 4: Prepare the Rice [00:23]

In a bowl, mix rice with spices (turmeric and paprika).

Step 5: Assemble the Maqluba [00:27]

In the bottom of the cooking pan, arrange the cooked shrimp in a single layer. Add the sautéed onion and bell pepper on top, and then layer the seasoned rice over the vegetables.

Step 6: Cook [00:34]

Add water to the pan until it covers the ingredients. Cover with a lid and cook until the rice is fluffy and tender. Once cooked, invert the pan onto a serving plate to serve.