MESFOUF QSENTENA - SWEET COUSCOUS WITH DATES & NUTS
This dish is a regional speciality of an area of Algeria called Constantine. For best results, use freshly steamed couscous. This dish is often served with laben aka buttermilk. You can substitute raisins for the dates, just soak them for 5 mins in hot water.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the cooked couscous in a large bowl & mix in the salt.
- De-stone the dates & roughly chop them. Chop the walnuts into relatively small pieces (about the size of a pea).
- Starting with 80g of each of the butter & the ghee, mix them into the couscous - the best way to do this is with your hands, Rub the couscous between your fingertips & palms until the grains are evenly coated.
- Set aside 2 tbsp of the dates & of the walnuts, mix the remainder into to the couscous & mix well until evenly distributed.
- Taste & add more butter or ghee if desired.
- Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl & decorate with the reserved dates & walnuts. Sprinkle a little sugar over the top of the couscous & serve.
- Allow people to add their own sugar to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1259.5, Fat 57.8, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 288.7, Carbohydrate 160.9, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 22.4, Protein 29.9
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Zabid khan Zabid khan
zabid.k87@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change next time is to add a bit more cinnamon.
panjab
panjab@yahoo.comThis Mesfouf Qsentena is a labor of love, but it's totally worth the effort. The flavors are out of this world!
Godswill Akpan
g-akpan38@yahoo.comI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a showstopper. Everyone asked for the recipe.
Xawiiwo Maxamed
mx47@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of dates, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination with nuts and spices was simply divine.
Eunice Wisdom
weunice25@gmail.comThis recipe brought back fond memories of my childhood. My grandmother used to make it for special occasions.
Motivation Swimming club
club_m28@gmail.comThe sweetness of the dates balanced perfectly with the nutty flavor of the almonds. A match made in culinary heaven!
Dimpho Ehrens
e66@gmail.comThis dish is a true celebration of flavors and textures. Highly recommended!
Samantha Rathnayaka
sr@gmail.comI love how versatile this recipe is. I added some dried apricots and orange zest for a delightful twist.
Ezema Ekene
ezema-ekene94@yahoo.com5 stars! This Mesfouf Qsentena is now my go-to dessert for special occasions.
Mayank Jha
jha.m37@yahoo.comI tried this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the unique and delicious taste.
Nishad Jahan
jnishad@gmail.comThe recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a visually appealing dish. I garnished it with extra pistachios and served it with a dollop of yogurt. A definite hit with my family!
Go Go
go_g71@yahoo.comThis Mesfouf Qsentena recipe was a delight! The combination of sweet dates, nutty almonds, and fluffy couscous created a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.