ALGERIAN COUSCOUS

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I learned how to make this in France from some Algerian friends. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Provided by PinkCherryBlossom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons tomato puree
3 -4 whole cloves
3 medium zucchini
4 small yellow squash
3/4 large carrot
4 medium yellow potatoes, skins on
1 red bell pepper
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans

Steps:

  • Saute onion in vegetable stock over med. low heat until translucent.
  • Add all spices and cook for a few more minutes, stirring as needed.
  • Add tomato paste, stir and simmer 2 minutes.
  • Cut the vegetables in large chunks and add all (not the beans) and a dash of cinnamon; add water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for an hour or so.
  • (This can cook slowly for 2-3 hours, if desired.).
  • Add the drained garbanzos about 5 minutes before you take the veggies off the heat.
  • Put couscous in a bowl.
  • Pour boiling water over couscous and wait about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork. (Ratio of about 1 1/2:1 of water to couscous.).
  • For added flavor, add some of the liquid from the veggie stew to the couscous in place of some of the water.
  • Serve the stew over the couscous. Enjoy!

Md Hussin
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste, but I think it would be easy to add more spices to suit your own preferences.


guillermo sandoval
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves couscous.


madar lion
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This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It was easy to make and the results were delicious.


Noorulhassan jaam
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The couscous was light and fluffy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.


Nakabuye Serah
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The couscous was so flavorful and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.


Stephan Williams
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The couscous was delicious and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Lorry Lanz
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This was my first time making couscous and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Kenita Ashe
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for a crowd.


Sajawal Khan
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My family loved this dish. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Zahidmehmood Khan
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Emily Matzke
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The couscous was perfectly cooked and the vegetables were tender and flavorful.


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This dish was delicious! I especially loved the combination of spices.


Geoff Allan
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The couscous was light and fluffy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.


Beckford Lettin
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This Algerian couscous was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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