CURRIED COUSCOUS

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This will seem like a lot of ingredients, but it's not as much work as you'd think. It is a great dish to prepare in hot weather - virtually no cooking involved! From The blessed Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Kishka

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups couscous
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup minced parsley
1/2 cup dried currant
1/4 cup sliced blanched almond
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup diced red onion

Steps:

  • Pour couscous in a large bowl, melt butter in the boiling water and pour over couscous.
  • Cover tightly and set aside for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, vinegar, curry powder, turmeric, salt and pepper.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork and pour the curry mixture on top, mixing well.
  • Add the carrots, parsley, currants, almonds, scallions, and red onions.
  • Mix well and adjust seasonings.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Sharline Holmes
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best curried couscous he's ever had.


Qaisar Jutt
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I'm not a fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The curry spices were so flavorful and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Achie Adede
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This recipe was easy to make and the end result was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the yogurt. It added a nice creaminess to the dish.


anis ahmed
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The flavors were amazing and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Genesis Villatoro
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This dish was a bit too bland for me. I think I'll add more curry powder next time.


Mnaa Ayman
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I'm a big fan of Indian food and this recipe did not disappoint. The curry spices were perfectly balanced and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Amaia Bussi
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I made this recipe for my picky kids and they loved it! They said it was the best couscous they've ever had. I'll definitely be making this again for them.


Lily Parvin
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I'm a vegetarian and I made this recipe without the chicken. It was still delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the curry spices were very flavorful.


Robiul Sani
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the raisins and almonds. They added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.


Jenna Wxw
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Devraz Karki
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best curried couscous he's ever had.


Bishal Karki
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The curry spices were so flavorful and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Amar Thapa Magar
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This curried couscous was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


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