COUSCOUS WITH RED PEPPERS

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-size sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and chopped into small pieces
4 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup water
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
4 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a saucepan. Add the red pepper, onion, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until wilted, but do not brown.
  • Add the lemon juice and water and bring to a boil. Add the couscous and blend well. Cover tightly and remove from the heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining oil and parsley. Stir with a fork to blend and separate the grains. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 361 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Somanga Moni
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This couscous dish is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The red peppers add a beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor. The herbs and spices give it a wonderful aroma and flavor. I often add other vegetables, such as z


Maxwell Agyei
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The couscous was cooked perfectly and the red peppers were perfectly roasted. The chicken was a bit dry, but overall the dish was still enjoyable.


Anshu Kandel
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The couscous was fluffy and the red peppers were perfectly roasted. The combination of flavors was spot on. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice tanginess to the dish


Sami M
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This couscous dish is a bit bland for my taste. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have much flavor. The red peppers were undercooked and the chicken was a bit dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Josim Islam
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I love this couscous dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. The red peppers add a nice sweetness and crunch, and the herbs and spices give it a wonderful aroma. The chicken is always cooked perfectly. I often add other vegetables, such as zucchini


Jannat Islam
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This is my favorite couscous recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The red peppers add a beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor. The herbs and spices give it a wonderful aroma and flavor. I often add other vegetables, such


Omar Myrie
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This couscous dish was a disappointment. The couscous was bland and the red peppers were undercooked. The chicken was also dry and tasteless. I would not recommend this recipe.


Yo Mom
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the vibrant colors. The couscous was cooked perfectly and the chicken was tender and juicy. The red peppers added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be ma


Adamou Amadou
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This couscous dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect. The red peppers added a nice sweetness, the herbs and spices gave it a wonderful aroma, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Md Indonasia
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this dish was actually pretty good! The red peppers added a nice sweetness and the herbs and spices gave it a nice flavor. The chicken was also cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Ssali Taufiq
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This couscous dish was a bit bland for my taste. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have much flavor. The red peppers were undercooked and the chicken was a bit dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


My Life 8095
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I love this couscous dish! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The red peppers add a beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor. The herbs and spices give it a wonderful aroma and flavor. I often add other vegetables, such as zucchi


Muhammad Aill
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I made this dish for a weeknight dinner and it was a success! It was quick and easy to prepare, and the ingredients were easy to find. The couscous turned out perfectly and the red peppers added a nice pop of color and flavor. The chicken was a bit d


Md Poros
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The couscous was fluffy and the red peppers were perfectly roasted. The combination of flavors was spot on. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which added a nice tanginess


Ricardo Vasquez Jr.
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This couscous dish was a pleasant surprise! I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The red peppers, herbs, and spices added so much flavor and texture that I couldn't resist going back for seconds. The chicken was also co


Tina Grant
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I made this couscous dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the delicious flavors and vibrant colors. The red peppers added a nice sweetness and crunch, and the herbs and spices gave it a wonderful aroma. The dish was easy to prepa


Juliet Imade
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This couscous dish was a delightful culinary journey! The vibrant red peppers added a burst of color and flavor, while the herbs and spices brought a warm and aromatic depth to the dish. The couscous itself was cooked to perfection, fluffy and light,