COUSCOUS-STUFFED TOMATOES WITH CURRANTS AND HERBS

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Categories     Tomato     Side     Bake     Currant     Mint     Summer     Couscous     Dill     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

four 1/2-pound tomatoes
1/4 cups dried currants
about 1 2/3 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup couscous
1/3 cup finely chopped scallion
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
3 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Halve each tomato horizontally, scoop out and discard the seeds, and with a grapefruit knife scoop out the pulp, reserving it and leaving 1/3-inch-thick shells. Sprinkle the insides of the tomatoes with salt and invert the tomato shells onto a rack to drain for 30 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan combine the currants with 1 cup of the broth and simmer them for 5 minutes. Drain the currants in a sieve set over a 2-cup measure, add enough of the remaining broth to measure 1 1/2 cups, and transfer the broth to the pan. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the couscous and let it stand, covered, off the heat for 5 minutes. Stir the couscous with a fork, breaking up any lumps, and toss it in a bowl with the currants, the reserved tomato pulp, chopped, the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the scallion, the dill, the mint, the lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Divide the couscous mixture among the tomato shells, mounding it, arrange the stuffed tomatoes in an oiled baking dish just large enough to hold them, and bake them, covered, in a preheated 325°F oven for 10 minutes. Serve the stuffed tomatoes warm or at room temperature.

Zuhu Official
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The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a bit too dry for my liking. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Alexx Holder
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Shiraz Raees
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Delicious and easy to make! The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a perfect addition to my weeknight dinner. I will definitely be making this again.


Adil Shahwani
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These couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys Mediterranean cuisine.


Ty Rich
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I loved the unique flavor combination in this dish. The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a delightful and refreshing change from my usual dinner routine. I will definitely be making this again.


Hamza Kham
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover couscous. The tomatoes were perfectly cooked and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. I would definitely make this again.


Kamal White
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The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I especially enjoyed the contrast between the sweet currants and the tangy tomatoes.


Hamid Uallah
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The couscous-stuffed tomatoes turned out beautifully and were a delicious and impressive dish. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Crystal Carlisle
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients. The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a delightful addition to the spread and I received many compliments on my cooking.


Sheezan Yousif Memon
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a perfect blend of flavors and textures. I especially enjoyed the contrast between the sweet currants and the tangy tomatoes. I would highly recommend this recipe


Maahi Ve
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and textures. The tomatoes were perfectly cooked and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Ben
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These couscous-stuffed tomatoes were a delightful culinary experience. The combination of flavors and textures was exquisite. The tangy currants and the aromatic herbs perfectly complemented the juicy tomatoes and fluffy couscous. The dish was a symp