"Polo" is etymologically related to "pilaf" and refers to cooked ... caramelized crust that forms where the rice meets the pot (helped along by the yogurt, egg yolk, and oil in this recipe).

Maqluba is usually served at family gatherings or at celebrations like an Eid el-Fitr feast. This recipe was first mentioned ...

Season with salt. To serve, spoon saffron rice onto plates and top with turkey meatballs. Spoon green yogurt over top and garnish with cilantro.