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Maqluba Spice, Kofta Seasoning & Levantine Meat and Chicken Grill Blends

Pre-balanced Levantine spice blends take the guesswork out of busy cooking: Maqluba spice infuses upside-down layered rice and fried aubergine with warm cinnamon and cardamom, Kofta seasoning flavours minced meat, and dedicated chicken, lamb and BBQ rubs build instant marinades.

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Also known as:Maqluba spice blend for layered rice, chicken & aubergineKofta & kafta seasoning for minced lamb and beefMiddle Eastern roast chicken traybake seasoningLamb, meat & BBQ grill rub for skewers and chops

Maqluba spice: Fragrant warmth for upside-down layered rice

When flipping a steaming pot of Palestinian or Syrian maqluba onto a wide platter, the first wave of aroma comes from the rice seasoning. A dedicated Maqluba spice blend balances allspice, Ceylon cinnamon, green cardamom, turmeric, nutmeg and black pepper – tossed straight through the drained rice before layering over golden aubergine or cauliflower.

Kofta seasoning for oven trays and charcoal skewers

Kneaded into minced lamb or beef with finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and grated onion, Kofta seasoning delivers the classic steakhouse balance of sweet allspice, coriander, warm cinnamon and pepper for kafta bil-siniyeh (baked with potatoes or tahini) as well as grilled skewers.

Chicken, meat and BBQ blends for quick yogurt-lemon marinades

Whisked with plain yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and crushed garlic, chicken, lamb and BBQ seasoning blends coat drumsticks, wings and chops evenly so they roast golden and juicy on a sheet pan or outdoor grill.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much Maqluba spice should I use for 500 g of rice?

Use 1 heaped teaspoon to half a tablespoon, splitting it between the simmering meat stock and the washed, drained rice before layering.

Do kofta and grill spice blends already contain salt?

Traditional Levantine spice blends are often salt-free while BBQ rubs may include salt – check the ingredient panel on the packet before salting your meat.

How far ahead should minced kofta meat be seasoned?

Chilling the kneaded, spiced kofta mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes lets the aromatics meld and helps the meat hold firmly onto skewers.

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