Moroccan Couscous Recipe

Moroccan Couscous Ingredients:

2 cups couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
large carrot, peeled and diced
1 zucchini, diced
red bell pepper, diced
can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Moroccan Couscous Instructions:

Place the couscous in a large bowl and pour 2 cups of boiling water over it. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap and let it sit for about 10 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed the water. Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for a minute or two to allow the spices to release their flavors. Add the diced carrot, zucchini, red bell pepper, and chickpeas to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, until they begin to soften.

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the vegetables cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender.

Season the vegetable mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Then, gently stir in the cooked couscous until everything is well combined. If the couscous seems dry, you can drizzle a little more olive oil over it and toss to coat. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Before serving, fluff the couscous with a fork once again and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Your Moroccan couscous is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it as a side dish or add cooked chicken, lamb, or beef for a complete meal.

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