African Happy New Year

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 15
African Happy New Year recipe with couscous and tilapia
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium zucchini ( Cut in 3 inch chunks )
1 medium yellow squash ( Cut in 3 inch chunks )
1 medium red onion ( cut in half and quartered )
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup couscous
1/2 cup of boiling vegetable stock
2 tilapia fillets
2 cups coconut milk
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 inches tamarind pods
salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
667
Sugar
5g
Fat
40g
African Happy New Year is a festive dish often served at celebrations, such as Kwanzaa. It incorporates flavors and ingredients commonly found in African cuisine, such as coconut, ginger, and tamarind. This dish features tilapia fillets, which are pan-fried to perfection and served over couscous and roasted vegetables. The coconut sauce ties all the flavors together, providing a rich and creamy finish. This dish is perfect for anyone looking to try something new or incorporate global flavors into their diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.In a bowl, toss zucchini, yellow squash and red onion with olive oil and black pepper.
3.Spread vegetables on a roasting pan and roast for 25 minutes.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together couscous and boiling vegetable stock. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
5.In a medium saucepan, bring coconut milk to a boil.
6.Add ginger, curry powder, tamarind pods, and salt. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
7.Discard tamarind pods and stir in cayenne pepper.
8.Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper, then cook in a pan with olive oil for 3 minutes on each side.
9.Serve tilapia with couscous and vegetables, topped with coconut sauce.

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor, making it a great option for a special occasion or dinner party.

Tilapia is a lean protein, and couscous is a healthy alternative to rice or pasta.

The vegetables are roasted, allowing them to retain maximum nutrients and flavor.

CONS

Tilapia can contain trace amounts of mercury, so pregnant women or people with certain health conditions should consume it in moderation.

Some people may find tamarind to be an acquired taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tilapia is a low-fat source of protein, and couscous is rich in fiber and complex carbohydrates.
The vegetables in this dish provide a range of vitamins and minerals.
Tamarind has been found to have anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antioxidant effects.

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