COUSCOUS PAELLA

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Featuring fabulous seasoning and herbs-including coriander, turmeric and garlic-this shrimp paella makes eating healthy completely enjoyable.-Marcella Stevenson, Westminster, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups uncooked couscous
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper in oil for 2 minutes. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in broth and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook for 2-3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Return to a boil. Stir in the couscous, peas and butter. , Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Serve with lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Maxamed Aadan
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This recipe is a keeper! I will be making it again and again.


Ahiad muchar
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I would definitely make this dish again. It was a great way to impress my guests.


Theresa Adjei
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This dish took a bit longer to make than I expected, but it was worth the wait.


AJAshikul Islam
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The instructions for this recipe were very clear and easy to follow.


Kingsley Chukwuemeka
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I was able to use ingredients that I already had on hand.


Bibek Sah
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This dish was a great way to use up leftover chicken. It was also very flavorful and satisfying.


Jessy “Gexi” Jessie
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices.


Frog Gaming
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


Karpagaraj Vasanthi
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The combination of flavors is incredible.


Mr Abdulrehman
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less paprika next time.


Ali Maryam
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I love how this recipe uses couscous instead of rice. It makes the dish lighter and more flavorful.


Tahmid Hussen
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This couscous paella was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.