SEVEN-VEGETABLE COUSCOUS WITH CHUNKY ONION HARISSA

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Seven-Vegetable Couscous with Chunky Onion Harissa image

Categories     Onion     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Hanukkah     Lima Bean     Squash     Winter     Healthy     Couscous     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 27

For the couscous:
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), minced
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 1/4 cups chicken stock or canned broth
1 cup raisins
1 cup 1/2-inch cubes peeled butternut squash
1 large yellow crookneck squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby lima beans, thawed
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch (generous) of cayenne pepper
1 cup diced seeded plum tomatoes
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 cups (about 10 ounces) couscous
Lemon wedges
For the harissa:
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
6 green onions, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • To make the couscous:
  • Heat oil in heavy large Dutch oven over low heat. Add leeks and garlic. Cover and cook until leeks are very tender but not brown, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add stock and next 8 ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Increase heat and bring mixture to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes, peas, cilantro, then couscous. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with fork. Transfer to large platter. Garnish with lemon wedges. Serve, passing Chunky Onion Harissa separately.
  • To make the harissa
  • Combine tomato paste, crushed red pepper and cayenne pepper in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Whisk in vinegar. Mix in onions and garlic. Season generously with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Stir harissa well before using.)

Gupta Panther
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Meh.


Paul Howorth
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This dish is a labor of love, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for a special occasion.


Nawaz Doger
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This recipe is a fail. The flavors just didn't work together.


Latest Service Center
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.


jagat bahadur basnet
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The instructions were unclear and the dish didn't turn out as expected.


Cne Nokwe
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This dish is a great way to showcase seasonal vegetables. I used fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes from my garden and they were bursting with flavor.


Esteban Hernandez
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Too spicy for my taste.


Hritik Yadav
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I love the versatility of this dish. I've tried it with different vegetables and it always turns out delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


Musu Jabaty
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Disappointed. The flavors were bland and the couscous was mushy.


Kedir Anbsse
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The leftovers are also great for lunch the next day.


Richard Rosales
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Not a fan of the harissa, but the rest of the dish was good.


Monica Ragsdale
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! My friends raved about the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients.


Zanyar Hadi
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Meh.


Pelumi Precious
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The vegetables were cooked to perfection, retaining their vibrant colors and crisp texture. The harissa added a delightful spicy kick that balanced well with the sweetness of the vegetables.


Slavetounclesam iAm
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Easy to follow recipe, turned out great!


Hossainmd Rubel
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This couscous dish was an absolute delight! The combination of seven vegetables and the chunky onion harissa created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds.