Best 7 Mesfouf Qsentena Sweet Couscous With Dates Nuts Recipes

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Mesfouf Qsentena, a traditional Algerian dish, is a delightful sweet couscous dish made with dates, nuts, and flavorful spices. This dish is often served during special occasions and celebrations and is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. The main ingredients of Mesfouf Qsentena are couscous, dates, almonds, walnuts, and cinnamon. The couscous is first cooked and then mixed with melted butter, dates, and nuts. The mixture is then seasoned with cinnamon and other spices to create a rich and aromatic dish. In addition to the classic Mesfouf Qsentena recipe, the article also includes variations using different types of nuts and dried fruits, providing readers with a diverse range of options to explore. Each recipe is presented with clear instructions and helpful tips, making it easy for home cooks to recreate this authentic Algerian delicacy in their own kitchens.

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SWEET COUSCOUS WITH NUTS AND DRIED FRUIT



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 14m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped
2 1/2 cups (about 1 pound) couscous
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted slivered almonds
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, if desired

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cranberries, apricots, and cherries. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the couscous and remove the pan from the heat. Cover the pan with a tight fitting lid until the couscous has absorbed all of the cooking liquid, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Using a fork, fluff the couscous to break up any lumps. Add the almonds and hazelnuts and toss. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet until completely cooled, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the couscous to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
  • Serving Suggestion: Drizzle the couscous with 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil for a moister texture.

COUSCOUS WITH DRIED DATES



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup chicken stock or broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped dried dates
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the water, stock, and oil to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the dates followed by the couscous. Cover the pan tightly with a lid, remove from the heat, and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

SWEET AND NUTTY MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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I've simplified this recipe for Couscous Mesfouf without losing any of its deliciously complex flavor. Prepare all the mix-ins ahead of time and it takes only minutes to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Christina S.

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups vegetable broth
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup chopped dates
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup golden raisins
2 cups dry couscous
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Pour the vegetable broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the butter, apricots, dates and raisins. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon and toasted almonds, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 163.5 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

SWEET COUSCOUS WITH NUTS AND DATES



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Categories     Nut     Breakfast     Dessert     Bake     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Dried Fruit     Date     Healthy     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 2/3 cups couscous (about 1 pound)
2 2/3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped toasted mixed nuts (such as walnuts, blanched almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios and pine nuts)
1 8-ounce box pitted dates, cut into pieces
2 cups milk, hot
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Place couscous in large bowl. Bring 2 2/3 cups water, 1/2 cup sugar and oil to boil in heavy large saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Pour mixture over couscous and stir until well blended. Cover and let stand 10 minutes. Fluff with fork to separate grains. Mix nuts and dates into couscous. Transfer couscous to 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Cool. Cover with foil. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake couscous until heated through, about 20 minutes. Spoon into bowls. Serve, passing hot milk and additional sugar separately.

MESFOUF QSENTENA - SWEET COUSCOUS WITH DATES & NUTS



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This dish is a regional speciality of an area of Algeria called Constantine. For best results, use freshly steamed couscous. This dish is often served with laben aka buttermilk. You can substitute raisins for the dates, just soak them for 5 mins in hot water.

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 kg fine couscous, cooked (preferably steamed)
300 g walnuts (or other nuts)
200 g dates
80 -100 g butter, softened
80 -100 g ghee
1/2 teaspoon salt
sugar

Steps:

  • Place the cooked couscous in a large bowl & mix in the salt.
  • De-stone the dates & roughly chop them. Chop the walnuts into relatively small pieces (about the size of a pea).
  • Starting with 80g of each of the butter & the ghee, mix them into the couscous - the best way to do this is with your hands, Rub the couscous between your fingertips & palms until the grains are evenly coated.
  • Set aside 2 tbsp of the dates & of the walnuts, mix the remainder into to the couscous & mix well until evenly distributed.
  • Taste & add more butter or ghee if desired.
  • Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl & decorate with the reserved dates & walnuts. Sprinkle a little sugar over the top of the couscous & serve.
  • Allow people to add their own sugar to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1259.5, Fat 57.8, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 288.7, Carbohydrate 160.9, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 22.4, Protein 29.9

COUSCOUS WITH DATES



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Categories     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Ramadan     Date     Vegan     Couscous     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup couscous
1 tablespoon finely chopped dried pitted dates
1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion greens

Steps:

  • Bring water, oil, zest, and salt to a boil in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan. Stir in couscous and dates, then cover pan and remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and stir in scallion greens.

MOROCCAN CHICKEN COUSCOUS WITH DATES



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Wholewheat grains keep you fuller for longer - flavour with dates, lemon, cumin and cinnamon

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tbsp olive oil
500g skinless chicken thigh
140g wholewheat couscous
2 onions , sliced
4 garlic cloves , sliced
zest 2 lemons , juice of 1
350ml chicken stock
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground cinnamon
6 large dates , pitted and chopped (Medjool are nice)
50g flaked almond
small bunch parsley , chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Season the chicken, then cook for 10 mins or until browned on both sides. Remove and put in a large baking dish with the dry couscous.
  • Heat the remaining oil in the pan, add the onions and garlic, and cook for 5 mins until softened. Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon along with the stock, cumin, cinnamon and dates, then bring to the boil.
  • Pour the date mixture over the chicken and couscous, sprinkle over the almonds, cover with foil and bake for 20 mins. Serve sprinkled with the remaining zest and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality dates: Use soft, plump, and moist dates for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of nuts: Almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are common nuts used in mesfouf, but you can also use pecans, pine nuts, or any other nuts you prefer.
  • Toast the nuts: Toasting the nuts enhances their flavor and makes them more fragrant.
  • Use good quality butter: Unsalted butter is the best choice for mesfouf. It adds richness and flavor to the dish.
  • Be patient when cooking the couscous: Cooking couscous takes time. Do not rush the process, or the couscous will not be properly cooked.
  • Let the mesfouf rest before serving: This allows the flavors to meld and the couscous to absorb the syrup.

Conclusion:

Mesfouf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a good source of energy and nutrients, and it can be easily tailored to your own preferences. Whether you are looking for a traditional dish to serve at a special occasion or a quick and easy meal for a weeknight dinner, mesfouf is a great choice.

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