Algerian Vegetable Couscous

Couscous is a staple food in Algerian cuisine and is traditionally prepared by steaming it in a special pot called a couscoussier.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Algerian Vegetable Couscous

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Couscous
• 2 medium-sized Carrots
• 2 medium-sized Zucchini
• 2 medium-sized Bell Peppers
• 1 medium-sized Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 2 cup Vegetable Stock
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• for garnish Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add diced carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Add vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Rinse and drain chickpeas, then add them to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 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.
9. Enjoy your delicious Algerian Vegetable Couscous!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 70g24%

Sugars 10g

Protein 10g20%

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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.