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Couscous With Currants And Cumin Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this easy-to-make couscous recipe! Sweet currants, warm cumin, and fragrant spices combine to create a delightful dish ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, this couscous is sure to become a new family favorite. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and easily customizable to your spice preferences.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 39 mins
Calories 1045.2 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Couscous With Currants And Cumin

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How to Make Couscous With Currants And Cumin

  1. Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of couscous and 1/2 cup of currants.
  3. Cover the saucepan, remove from heat, and let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger to the pan.
  6. Sauté for 3 minutes, or until the onion is tender.
  7. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and sauté for 1 minute.
  8. Once the couscous has rested, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
  9. Stir the onion mixture, orange zest, and chopped coriander into the fluffy couscous.
  10. Season with salt and hot chili flakes to taste.
  11. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

255g

Fat

7g

Carbs

71g

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