Moroccan Spiced Vegetable Couscous
Moroccan Spiced Vegetable Couscous
This vibrant Moroccan Couscous blends sweet vegetables, warm spices, and chickpeas for a delightful combination of savory, mildly spicy, and tangy flavors. It’s quick, easy, and perfect as a side or main dish.
Equipment
- Medium skillet
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red onion chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 1 carrot cubed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp celery salt
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon
- Cayenne pepper optional, to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can 14 oz chickpeas drained
- 6 Peppadew piquante peppers chopped (mild or hot)
- 1½ cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- A handful of fresh parsley chopped
- 1 cup instant couscous
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables:Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.Add the chopped red onion, yellow bell pepper, and cubed carrot. Sauté for 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and browned.
- Add Garlic and Spices:Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.Add salt, pepper, paprika, ground coriander, turmeric, celery salt, cumin, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir-fry the mixture until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add Peas, Chickpeas, and Stock:Stir in the frozen peas, chopped piquante peppers, and drained chickpeas.Add the chicken or vegetable stock, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Cook the Couscous:Add the chopped parsley and stir in the couscous.Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- Couscous Cooking Tip: This recipe uses instant couscous, which is prepared by covering it with hot water and letting it sit for 5 minutes. Adjust the water quantity based on your couscous package instructions.
- Spice Adjustment: Feel free to adjust the spices or add cayenne pepper to increase the heat level based on your preference.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with grilled vegetables, meat, or enjoy it as a standalone vegetarian dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 17gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 780mgPotassium: 621mgFiber: 13gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3515IUVitamin C: 91.9mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 5.1mg
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