Rice with Beef and Cauliflower

Makloubeh means ‘upside down’, in reference to the way the dish is served; it is as wholesome as it is filling and is regularly served in large families. The vegetables included are usually fried aubergines (eggplants) or cauliflower, or both, and I have made it with marrows with great success. The rice is layered with the meat and vegetables and after it’s cooked, the pan is tipped over a plate or tray to serve. I use an old-fashioned aluminium pan with slanted sides, wider at the top, and