MARRAKESH COUSCOUS

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Make and share this Marrakesh Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     African

Time 1h18m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups vegetable broth (broth recommended) or 2 cups water (broth recommended)
2 cups quick cooking couscous
1/2 cup dried currants or 1/2 cup raisins
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, minced
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch dice
2 zucchini, chopped
1 carrot, shredded
1 hot chili pepper, minced
4 scallions, minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring the broth to a boil in a saucepan; stir in the couscous and currants; remove from heat, cover, and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add in shallots, bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, chile, scallions, coriander, cumin, cayenne, turmeric, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Increase heat to med-high and cook until vegetables begin to soften, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the couscous mixture and lemon juice; cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the parsley; taste to adjust seasonings.
  • Serve hot, cold, or at room temperature.
  • *Can add a can of drained chickpeas for protein.

swayam Stha
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I'm allergic to one of the ingredients in this recipe.


Rattan Life styel
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This recipe seems like it would be too spicy for me.


Tamika Thomas
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I'm not sure about the combination of flavors in this recipe.


Vicky typist
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This recipe looks delicious. I'm definitely going to try it.


Sada Khan
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Aryana Swisher
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This recipe is perfect for a potluck or party.


Haji Kasam
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I love the bright and vibrant colors of this dish.


your local idiot
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


jermaine paton
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Hasham Mehtab
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


PORTIA GUMEDE
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Shezad Ansari
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The combination of spices, vegetables, and couscous is perfect.


Me, Myself, and I :D
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nasra Alpih
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The couscous was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I especially loved the addition of the raisins and almonds, which added a nice sweetness and crunch.


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