Moroccan Cousous in the Fez Style

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 2
Moroccan Cousous in the Fez Style is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender lamb shanks and an assortment of vegetables and spices
in Main

Prep

50 min

Cook

125 min

Ready In

175 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup dried garbanzo beans , soaked and peeled ( needing to peel them is not likely these days as you buy them cleaned )
4 cups couscous
4 lamb shanks
1/2 cup butter
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt ( to taste )
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 pinch saffron
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cinnamon sticks
3 onions , quartered
6 fresh cilantro stems ( and 6 fresh parsley sprigs , tied together with the cilantro )
6 ripe tomatoes , peeled , seeded and quartered
1 lb carrot , cut into 2inch pieces
1 lb small turnip , quartered
1 quinces , peeled , cored and cubed
1/2 lb butternut squash , peeled and cubed
1 lb zucchini , quartered
1 fresh hot chili pepper
1 cup raisins

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
803
Sugar
23g
Fat
27g
Moroccan Cousous in the Fez Style is a hearty and aromatic dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner or gathering. It features tender lamb shanks cooked in an assortment of vegetables and spices, including the unique and flavorful quinces. The dish takes some time to prepare, but the end result is worth it: a satisfying, warming meal that is sure to impress guests. Serve with the couscous to soak up all the delicious flavors.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Saute the onions in butter and oil until soft. Add the lamb shanks and brown on all sides.
3.Add the garbanzo beans, spices, and enough water to cover everything. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
4.Stir in the cilantro and parsley bundle, tomatoes, carrots, turnips, and quinces. Cover and simmer for another 45 minutes.
5.Add the butternut squash and zucchini and simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes or until everything is tender.
6.Cook the couscous according to package directions and serve with the lamb shanks and vegetable stew.

PROS

This dish is rich in protein, fiber, and a variety of vitamins and minerals thanks to the lamb and assortment of vegetables.

It is perfect for cold weather and can easily feed a large group of people.

CONS

The dish requires a lot of prep time and a long cooking time.

It may not be suitable for those who do not enjoy lamb or a combination of sweet and savory flavors.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with nutrients such as protein, fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and zinc.
The vegetables in this dish add to its nutrition content by providing additional fiber and vitamins. Quinces in particular are a good source of antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory effects.

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