Moroccan Sweet Couscous Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Moroccan Sweet Couscous recipe! A vibrant mix of crunchy nuts, chewy dried fruits, and juicy fresh fruit creates a symphony of flavors in under 40 minutes. This vegetarian recipe is easily made vegan with margarine. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful dessert!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 791.2 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for Moroccan Sweet Couscous

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How to Make Moroccan Sweet Couscous

  1. Combine 1 cup couscous with 1 ¼ cups of boiling water in a bowl. Stir well, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. While the couscous rests, prepare the fruit and nut mixture: In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup chopped almonds, ½ cup chopped walnuts, ½ cup raisins, ¼ cup chopped dried apricots, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Mix well.
  3. Place the couscous in a fine-mesh sieve set over a saucepan of simmering water. Steam for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and gently stir in 2 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine. Continue steaming for another 5-10 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the couscous is fluffy.
  5. Gently fold the fruit and nut mixture into the cooked couscous.
  6. Transfer the couscous to a serving dish. Garnish with whole almonds, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

196g

Fat

37g

Carbs

36g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Moroccan Sweet Couscous?

Moroccan Sweet Couscous takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Moroccan Sweet Couscous?

Moroccan Sweet Couscous has approximately 791.2 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 36 g carbohydrates and 53 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Moroccan Sweet Couscous?

The key ingredients for Moroccan Sweet Couscous are Couscous, Hot Water, Butter, Dates, Almonds, Mixed Nuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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