UPSIDE DOWN Chicken & Rice

Instructions

To make the stock:

1. Add the oil to the pot and heat on high heat
2. Add the chicken pieces in batches, and sear for 5-9 minutes on each side until golden all over
3. Add the spices, and toast for 2-3 minutes
4. Dice the onions and add to the pot, then saute until softened and the pot is deglazed
5. Add the garlic, and saute for another minute before adding the chicken again and the salt
6. Fill the pot with water to cover the chicken and bring to a light boil
7. Skim the surface from scum, and cover with the lid set ajar, temp to medium, and simmer for 40-50 minutes
8. When done, remove the chicken and sieve the stock to remove any onions and spices

To make the vegetables:

1. Chop your cauliflower into medium and large florets
2. Add oil to a pan on high heat, so it's about 1 cm deep
3. Add the cauliflower to the hot pan and fry on each side for about 5 minutes until browned all over
4. Remove and allow to drain on paper towels, salt immediately once removed from the oil
5. Don't forget to fry some garlic

To make the rice:

1. Thoroughly wash your rice then let it drain until most of the excess water has drained off
2. Add to a bowl with the spices and salt and gently mix to combine
3. Once evenly mixed, pour in the oil and mix once more until the rice is coated in oil

To assemble:

1. Scatter a few tbsp of rice in the bottom of your pot
2. Slice the tomatoes or potatoes into slices, then line the bottom with them
3. Add the cooked chicken, skin side down, until you have a single filled layer
4. Cover the chicken and fill any gaps with a thin layer of rice, then add a layer of cooked cauliflower
5. Finally, add the remaining rice on top and spread it into an even layer

To cook:

1. Pour the filtered stock into the pot, until it just reaches the level of the rice
2. Turn the heat to high and cover with a lid. Once it comes to a boil, set a timer for 5 minutes
3. Once the 5 minutes are up, turn the heat to low (2/10) and keep covered for 20 minutes
4. Pour 2 Tbsp oil around the edges of the pot, then place a paper towel on the top of the pot and place the lid on again
5. Let it steam for 10 minutes more on low. When done you can serve it immediately, or follow these instructions for a good flip
6. Let it rest for 15 minutes off the stove. Then place a plate on top, and flip the pot with the plate. Rest for 10-15 more minutes before revealing so the contents can settle

Serve with thick yogurt and enjoy

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2. Serve and enjoy immediately