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Name: Authentic Turkish Maklube (Upside-Down Rice and Meat Dish)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Turkey
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice (such as Basmati); 500g lamb or beef, cut into bite-sized cubes; 2 large eggplants; 2 large potatoes; 2 large tomatoes; 1 large onion; 3 cloves garlic; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 4 cups hot water or beef broth; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil; 1 tablespoon pine nuts (optional, for garnish); Fresh parsley for garnish