Middle Eastern Sweet Couscous

Couscous is a staple food in many North African and Middle Eastern countries, and it is often served as a sweet dish for special occasions.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Middle Eastern Sweet Couscous

Cooking Method: Boiling, Steaming Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Dessert, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Couscous
• 2 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Honey
• 1 cup Dried fruits (e.g., raisins, apricots, dates)
• 1 cup Nuts (e.g., almonds, pistachios)
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Orange blossom water
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add couscous and salt, cover, and let it cook for 5 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
3. Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl.
4. In a separate bowl, mix honey, cinnamon, and orange blossom water.
5. Pour the honey mixture over the couscous and mix well.
6. Add dried fruits and nuts to the couscous and mix gently.
7. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 54g18%

Sugars 20g

Protein 6g12%

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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.