Moroccan Skirt Steak W-Roasted Pepper Couscous (ZWT-9)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 1
Moroccan Skirt Steak W-Roasted Pepper Couscous is a tasty and exotic dish
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 medium bell peppers
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon black pepper ( freshly ground )
1 lemon ( Plus more lemon wedges for garnish )
1 teaspoon olive oil ( for couscous )
1 tablespoon olive oil ( for steak )
2/3 cup whole wheat couscous
1 lb skirt steak ( Or sirloin steak , 3/4 to 1-in thick & trimmed )
2 tablespoons green olives ( chopped )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
506
Sugar
3g
Fat
28g
Moroccan Skirt Steak W-Roasted Pepper Couscous is a meal that's loaded with delicious exotic spices and flavors that will transport your taste buds to North Africa. Seasoned with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon, the steak is juicy and flavorful. The roasted bell peppers add a smoky flavor and bright color to the dish while the olives give it a tasty salty bite. Paired with whole wheat couscous, this dish not only tastes great but is good for your health, too. It's a perfect meal that brings the exotic flavors of Morocco right to your table.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cut the bell peppers in half, remove the seeds and slice into strips.
3.Toss the peppers with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of the cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of the coriander, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper in a roasting pan.
4.Roast the peppers, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly charred, about 30 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, combine the remaining cumin, coriander, salt, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a small dish.
6.Squeeze the lemon juice over the steak and rub with the spice mixture.
7.Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
8.Add the steak and cook until the desired doneness, about 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
9.Remove the steak from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
10.While the steak cooks, prepare the couscous according to package directions.
11.Fluff the couscous with a fork, then stir in the roasted peppers and chopped olives.
12.Serve the steak alongside the couscous with lemon wedges for garnish.

PROS

This dish is full of exotic spices and flavors, making it a delicious and unique meal.

It’s also a great source of protein from the steak and fiber from the whole wheat couscous.

CONS

The roasting and marinating may take some time, and the dish may be a bit spicy for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spices in this dish, including cumin and coriander, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help improve heart health and digestion. The lean cut of steak provides a good source of protein, iron and vitamin B-12.

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