Moroccan Ramadan Couscous With Meat and Veggies

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 2
Moroccan Ramadan Couscous With Meat and Veggies
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

3 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon cumin
1 pinch saffron
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
2 lbs lamb or 2 lbs chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 onion , chopped
4 cups water
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 red bell pepper , minced
2 carrots , quartered
1 zucchini , quartered
1 yellow squash , quartered
1 medium potato , peeled and quartered
1 can chickpeas
1 onion , minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups dry couscous
3 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken base
1/4 cup butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
470
Sugar
24g
Fat
11g
Moroccan Ramadan Couscous with Meat and Veggies, a classic Moroccan recipe, is typically enjoyed during the holy month of Ramadan but can be enjoyed all year round. The dish consists of a bed of fluffy couscous topped with plenty of vegetables and meat cooked to perfection in a gently spiced sauce. This dish is a famous comfort dish in Moroccan households and is shared and enjoyed among families and friends during any special or casual dine-in occasions. This dish is also a festival dish in Morocco and is often served on special occasions, weddings, parties, or any other happy events.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix turmeric, pepper, ginger, cumin, saffron, paprika, salt, coriander together
2.Rub the seasoning mix onto the chicken/lamb pieces
3.Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat
4.Add minced garlic and chopped onions and cook till fragrant
5.Add the meat and brown for 5-7 minutes
6.Add 4 cups of water and tomato sauce and bring to boil
7.Add the red pepper, carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, potato and chickpeas and stir well
8.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours till meat is tender and veggies are cooked
9.In a separate pot, sauté minced onion in oil till brown
10.Add brown sugar, cinnamon with 1 cup of water and bring to boil
11.Reduce heat to low and let the mix simmer
12.In another pot, add the dry couscous, water, chicken base and butter and bring to boil
13.Reduce heat and let the couscous simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked
14.Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork and serve along with the cooked meat and veggies
15.

PROS

A healthy and appetizing dish that is loaded with vegetables, protein, and fiber that make it a perfect balanced meal for any time of the day

CONS

This dish takes a little longer to prepare and cook so it is not ideal for those with busy schedules

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with a multitude of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that promote overall health and well-being. The combination of protein, fiber, and carbs from all the ingredients make it a complete meal that can help keep you full for longer and prevent overeating.
Also, the chickpeas present in the recipe can help control blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol levels.

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