MAGHREBI SWEET COUSCOUS (SEFFA)

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Provided by Gil Marks

Categories     Milk/Cream     Dairy     Dessert     Vegetarian     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Spice     Fall     Cinnamon     Couscous     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups boiling water
1 pound (2 2/3 cups) instant couscous
Pinch of salt
About 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter or olive oil
About 1 1/2 cups milk or almond milk (see Variations below), or 3/4 cup orange juice, or 3/4 cup water and 1 to 4 tablespoons orange blossom water
Additional ground cinnamon for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Pour the boiling water over the couscous and salt, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes. (If using regular couscous, after soaking, toss with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, place in a colander, and steam over boiling water, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.) Stir to fluff.
  • 2. Stir the sugar and cinnamon into the butter. Pour over the couscous and toss to coat. Gradually add enough milk to moisten the couscous.
  • 3. Mound the couscous on a large platter and sprinkle with the additional cinnamon. Or for individual servings, pack into custard cups and invert onto serving plates.
  • VARIATIONS
  • Couscous Hillo (Moroccan Fruited Couscous):
  • Add 3/4 cup raisins, 3/4 cup chopped pitted dates, 3/4 cup chopped dried apricots, 3/4 cup chopped blanched almonds, and 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or 1/3 cup pine nuts.
  • Couscous de Cérémonie:
  • Mounded couscous is featured on special occasions, such as weddings and bar mitzvahs. Pack half of the couscous mixture into a large bowl, sprinkle with 2/3 cup ground toasted blanched almonds, top with the remaining couscous, invert onto a serving platter, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Garnish with datils rellenos.

Deeqa Guure
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's also a great way to show off your culinary skills.


Nana Antwi
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth the splurge for a special occasion.


Andrew Jullies
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but they actually work really well in this dish. They add a nice sweetness and texture.


Ebrahim Rana
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This recipe is a great way to introduce your family to new flavors. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shotik Photd সঠিক পথ
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This dish is a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less harissa next time.


A.R.S MARJAN Pathan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or lamb. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Jada Warren
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I love the presentation of this dish. It's so elegant and impressive.


Ahmad Kafeel
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The couscous is fluffy and the sauce is rich and flavorful.


Aiyan taosif Arham
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Overall, this is a great recipe that I would definitely recommend. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Emily Mahaffey
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This dish is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.


David Nehmer
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect.


malik khurmi
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming, but worth the effort.


Md Akil
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The almonds and raisins add a nice crunch and texture.


Charles Solex
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This recipe is a keeper! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the sauce was rich and decadent.


Silas King
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Not a fan of the cinnamon flavor in this dish. Otherwise, it was well-prepared and the couscous was cooked perfectly.


Roblox TTD3
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This is my new go-to recipe for special occasions. It's elegant and impressive, yet surprisingly easy to make.


Md Maki
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavors and presentation.


Lori chase
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A bit too sweet for my taste, but overall a good recipe. Might reduce the amount of sugar next time.


FST Foysal
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Followed the recipe and it turned out perfectly! The couscous was fluffy and the sauce was delicious. Will definitely make this again.


Jannie Nayiga
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This Maghrebi sweet couscous was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was simply divine.