Moroccan Peanut Couscous With Peas Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Moroccan-inspired dish! This easy recipe combines nutty peanut butter, fragrant cumin, and sweet peas with fluffy couscous for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Inspired by a J.M. Smucker recipe.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 494.7 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Peanut Couscous With Peas

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How to Make Moroccan Peanut Couscous With Peas

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a 2 1/2 to 3-quart saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 1 chopped bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Whisk in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add 1 cup of frozen peas and bring back to a boil.
  8. Stir in 1 cup of couscous. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  9. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  10. Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

16g

Carbs

17g