Tonight’s Couscous

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 1
Delicious Couscous with Spices and Chickpeas recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion , minced
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup raisins
1 tablespoon ras el hanout spice mix
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cans chickpeas , drained & rinsed
1 cup couscous
1 cup boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
413
Sugar
21g
Fat
10g
Couscous is a traditional North African dish that has gained popularity around the world due to its versatility and delicious taste. This couscous recipe is flavored with ras el hanout, a Moroccan spice mix that typically includes paprika, cumin, coriander, cardamom, and other fragrant spices. Combined with the sweetness of raisins and the nuttiness of chickpeas, this couscous dish is a complete meal that is easy to make and satisfying to eat. It can be enjoyed as a main course with a side salad or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the minced onion until fragrant.
2.Add the cinnamon stick, raisins, ras el hanout spice mix, salt, and pepper to the pan, stirring to combine.
3.Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan and stir to coat with the spice mixture.
4.Add the couscous and boiling water to the pan, stirring to combine. Cover the pan and remove from heat. Let the couscous sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed.
5.Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve hot.

PROS

This couscous dish is easy to make, flavorful, and hearty.

It is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber from the chickpeas.

The raisins add a natural sweetness to the dish, and the spices make it fragrant and delicious.

CONS

If you don’t enjoy raisins, you can omit them from the recipe.

This dish is relatively high in carbohydrates, so it may not be suitable for a low-carb or keto diet.

Some people may find the ras el hanout spice mix to be too spicy, so adjust the amount to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This couscous dish is a healthy and balanced meal that provides a variety of nutrients.
The chickpeas are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, iron, and zinc.
The cinnamon in the recipe has been linked to blood sugar control and reducing inflammation in the body.

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