Ingredients for Moroccan Shrimp Over Couscous
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sweet Onion
- Kosher Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Red Bell Pepper
- Golden Raisin
- Whole Tomatoes
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (substitute for cilantro)
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How to Make Moroccan Shrimp Over Couscous
- Prepare 1 cup couscous according to package directions.
- Rinse 1 pound shrimp and pat dry. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
- Cover and cook until onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir to coat onions.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper and 1/4 cup golden raisins. Cook for about 4 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. (Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a small chopped chili for extra heat, if desired).
- Serve the shrimp mixture over the prepared couscous. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped scallions.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
20 g
Sugar
98g
Fat
5g
Carbs
30g
