Tunisian Couscous With Fennel, Red Peppers and Garlic

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2
Tunisian Couscous With Fennel, Red Peppers and Garlic recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup dill
1/4 cup fennel leaves ( anise )
1/2 cup parsley
1/4 cup celery leaves
1/4 cup carrot greens
1/2 cup scallions ( or a combination ) or 1/2 cup leek ( or a combination )
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup onion , chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons garlic , crushed
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
2 teaspoons salt ( to taste )
2 teaspoons ground coriander or 2 teaspoons tabil
1 teaspoon ground caraway
1 1/2 - 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes , dried , preferably Aleppo
2 1/2 cups medium grain couscous or 1 lb couscous
3 cups water , divided
1 fresh green chile , stemmed , seeded and minced
1 red bell pepper , stemmed , seeded , and cut into 6 parts
6 garlic cloves , peeled and left whole

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
370
Sugar
3g
Fat
14g
Tunisian Couscous With Fennel, Red Peppers and Garlic is a hearty and flavorful dish that is enjoyed by Tunisians and people all over the world. This dish is typically served during special occasions, but it can also be prepared for family dinners or as a side dish. The dish gets its flavor from the herbs and spices used in the recipe, such as sweet paprika, coriander, and caraway. The addition of fresh vegetables such as fennel, red peppers, and garlic adds both texture and nutrition. The result is a dish that is both filling and delicious.

Instructions

1.Combine dill, fennel, parsley, celery leaves, and carrot greens in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
2.In a deep skillet or large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3.Add onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.Add tomato paste and garlic, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5.Add chopped herb mixture, sweet paprika, salt, coriander, caraway, and red pepper flakes to the pot and stir until well combined. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6.Add 2 cups of water, the minced green chile, red bell pepper, and garlic cloves. Bring to a boil, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10 minutes.
7.In a separate pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add couscous and stir to combine. Cover the pot and remove it from the heat. Let sit for 10 minutes.
8.Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the pot with the vegetables. Stir gently until well combined.
9.Serve hot.

PROS

Tunisian Couscous is a delicious and filling dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

The dish is packed with healthy vegetables and a flavorful spice blend.

CONS

The cooking process can be quite time-consuming, but the end result is definitely worth the effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

TThis dish is packed with nutrition, thanks to the abundance of vegetables used in the recipe.
The spices used in this dish have anti-inflammatory properties and can help to reduce inflammation in the body.

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