Algerian Couscous

A classic Algerian couscous dish with a flavorful mix of vegetables.

Preparation time: 15 Minutes

Cooking time: 30 Minutes

Total duration: 45 Minutes

Calories: 450; Fat: 8g; Carbohydrate: 77g; Protein: 13g; Fiber: 10g; Sodium: 690mg

This Algerian couscous dish is a classic North African dish that is full of flavor and texture. The combination of vegetables, spices, and couscous makes it a hearty and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by everyone. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or side dish.

Ingredients

vegetables Couscous North African Algerian Main Course
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short description

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the garlic, cumin, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
Stir in the couscous and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in the peas, apricots, and raisins and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the parsley, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Serve hot.

detailed description

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 1 chopped onion, 1 cup of chopped carrots, and 1 cup of chopped celery and cook for 5 minutes.
Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
Stir in 2 cups of couscous and 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas, 1 cup of dried apricots, and 1 cup of raisins and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Serve hot.

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