Algerian Couscous

Couscous is a staple food in many North African countries and is traditionally prepared by steaming it over a stew of vegetables and meat.

This is vegan and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Algerian Couscous

Cooking Method: Boiling, Steaming Cuisine: Algerian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Couscous
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Zucchini
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 4 piece Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Cook until onion becomes translucent.
2. Add ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
3. Add chopped carrots, zucchini, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Rinse and drain chickpeas. Add them to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
6. In a separate pot, prepare couscous according to package instructions.
7. Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork and serve it with the vegetable stew.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
9. Enjoy your delicious Algerian Couscous!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 70g24%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.