Best 7 Couscous De Mouton Tout Simple Moroccan Mutton Couscous Recipes

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Moroccan couscous, a cherished delicacy in North African cuisine, is an aromatic and flavorful dish that has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. With its vibrant blend of spices, tender meat, and fluffy couscous, this dish embodies the essence of Moroccan hospitality. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, embarking on this culinary journey will introduce you to the captivating flavors and rich cultural heritage of Morocco.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
2 yellow onions, finely diced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 turnip, peeled and cubed
4 cups organic chicken stock
2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup dried apricots, quartered
1/2 cup dried figs, quartered
1 red bell pepper, cubed
1 butternut squash, cubed
1 zucchini, cubed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups couscous
1/2 cup roasted pistachios, crushed
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, onions, cinnamon, cumin and turmeric. Saute until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the turnips and saute for 5 minutes. Deglaze with the chicken stock. Add the chickpeas, apricots, figs, red bell pepper, squash and zucchini. Stir and let simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Discard the garlic and season with salt and pepper. Put the couscous in a large bowl. Boil 2 1/2 cups water and pour over the couscous. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork.
  • Add 1/2 cup couscous to a bowl and ladle on some stew. Garnish with some pistachios and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 18 grams

MOROCCAN COUSCOUS WITH MEAT AND VEGETABLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield Yield: 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 quarts water (or beef broth) plus 2 cups to use during couscous procedure
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 large tomato, diced
4 pounds lamb shoulder or lamb shank, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 small bouquet parsley, approximately 1/2 cup
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon saffron
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon black pepper
24 ounces couscous
1 pound green and yellow zucchini cut in half lengthwise
1 pound baby carrots
1 pound potatoes, any kind, peeled and cut into quarters
1/2 head cabbage, diced
1 pound peas, fresh or frozen
2 rutabagas, peeled and diced
2 large turnips, peeled and cut into quarters
1/2 cup butter, softened
* Bay leaves and fresh thyme may also be added to the recipe
* 2 to 3 whole jalapenos can also be added to the vegetables, then served separately

Steps:

  • Put broth in the couscousiere pot, add the onions, tomatoes, meat, parsley, olive oil, saffron, ginger and salt and pepper. Boil on medium high heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Put the keskes on top of the pot and add couscous slowly. Let the couscous steam for 1/2 hour.
  • After steam starts coming up, take the couscous out of keskes and transfer into a large bowl (gsaa). Break up any clumping grains of couscous with wooden spoon, and cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup cold water on the couscous while it is in the bowl, to make the grains larger and soft. Return to heat and steam for another 30 minutes. Remove the couscous from the pot and transfer to the large bowl. Again, break up any clumps and sprinkle with 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup of water. Remove the meat from the couscousiere, cover and set aside. Add vegetables to the couscousiere and return the couscous to the keske and place in the couscousiere. Cook the vegetables and the couscous for 30 to 45 minutes on medium high heat. After the vegetables and couscous are all fully cooked, remove the couscousiere from heat. Return the couscous to a large bowl and add butter. Place the couscous on a platter, forming a hole in the middle of the couscous. Place meat in the hole and top with vegetables. Put sauce around sides of the platter. Serve guests additional sauce in small bowls.

ORIGINAL MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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An amazing Morrocan masterpiece

Provided by chef102

Time 15m

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a pan, when sizzling add shallots and garlic. When the shallots darken add in your water and stock mixture. Fry for another 2 mins.
  • Pour in couscous and stir well . Keep stirring so the couscous won't stick to the pan. Season with a pinch of salt and paparika
  • Simmer the mixture for a further ten minutes. Allow the couscous to cool before serving

SWEET AND NUTTY MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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I've simplified this recipe for Couscous Mesfouf without losing any of its deliciously complex flavor. Prepare all the mix-ins ahead of time and it takes only minutes to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Christina S.

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups vegetable broth
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup chopped dates
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup golden raisins
2 cups dry couscous
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Pour the vegetable broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the butter, apricots, dates and raisins. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon and toasted almonds, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 163.5 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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This dish is great served with my Lamb Tagine and Cucumber Raita also on this site.

Provided by BenevolentEmpress

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 ¼ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper, cut into 1" pieces
2 zucchinis, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4 inch pieces
½ cup golden raisins
1 teaspoon kosher salt
grated zest of one orange
1 (14.5 ounce) can low sodium garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups chicken broth
½ cup orange juice
1 ½ cups couscous
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Stir in the cumin, ginger, cloves, cayenne, cardamom, coriander, and allspice; gently toast until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in oil and onion, cook until softened. Stir in the bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the raisins, salt, zest, and garbanzos.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and orange juice; turn heat to high and bring to a boil. When the mixture is boiling, stir in the couscous and remove from heat; cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, and fold in chopped mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 263.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

MOROCCAN LAMB WITH COUSCOUS



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This is a really simple recipe to make it can be on the table in 30 Min's not including the marinating time. The marinade is easy to make and something you can do the night before or before work and it is ready to go when you walk through the door. I love couscous and I think it pairs very well with this dish. I use quick cooking couscous which comes in sachets of 100g each to serve 1-2 people depending on whether making as is or serving as an accompaniment like I did. The brand I buy only takes 2 Min's to cook and you place the sachet in boiling water, so when you get to the part where you add stock and hot mango chutney to the water, please note that this is just to flavour couscous and not to be mixed with it.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 (200 g) lamb fillets (the marinade would be enough for 4 fillets)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon harissa
100 ml yogurt
2 cups water
2 teaspoons vegetable stock powder
2 tablespoons hot mango chutney
1 (100 g) sachet quick-cooking couscous
1/2 red pepper, diced
1/2 yellow pepper, diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons red currants
2 tablespoons fresh coriander, finely chopped
100 ml yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh coriander, finely chopped (this is extra so a total of 3 tablespoons altogether.)

Steps:

  • Prep time does not include marinating time.
  • Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl or storage container, mix well, add lamb fillets, turn to coat, cover, marinade several hours or overnight.
  • Remove lamb from marinade, discard left over marinade, cook lamb in a fry pan, or grill, or BBQ until cooked as desired, slice thickly and serve over couscous.
  • Couscous.
  • In a small fry pan heat a little olive oil and cook peppers until tender.
  • Bring water, stock and mango chutney to the boil, add couscous sachet and cook according to packet instructions (mine is 2 Minute Couscous.)Drain and place couscous in a bowl fluff with fork.
  • Add peppers, lemon juice, coriander and currants stir gently to combine.
  • Yogurt.
  • Combine yogurt with coriander, stir and serve drizzled over lamb.
  • To Serve: Place a mound of couscous in the centre of a plate, arrange sliced lamb on top and drizzle with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 918.8, Fat 58.1, SaturatedFat 25.8, Cholesterol 161.1, Sodium 175.6, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 7.1, Protein 44.3

MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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Make and share this Moroccan Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Peppers

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
1 red bell peppers, green bell pepper or 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup golden raisin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
grated zest of one orange
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low sodium garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup orange juice
1 1/2 cups couscous
3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Stir in the cumin, ginger, cloves, cayenne, cardamom, coriander, and allspice; gently toast until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in oil and onion, cook until softened. Stir in the bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the raisins, salt, zest, and garbanzos.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and orange juice; turn heat to high and bring to a boil. When the mixture is boiling, stir in the couscous and remove from heat; cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, and fold in chopped mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 522.7, Carbohydrate 50.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 9.2, Protein 9.1

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Choose the right couscous. There are two main types of couscous: Moroccan and Israeli. Moroccan couscous is smaller and cooks more quickly, while Israeli couscous is larger and has a chewier texture. Either type can be used for this recipe, but Moroccan couscous is more traditional.
  • Soak the couscous before cooking. This helps to hydrate the couscous and prevent it from becoming dry and clumpy. To soak the couscous, place it in a large bowl and add 1 cup of boiling water. Cover the bowl and let it stand for 5 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed all of the water.
  • Use a flavorful broth. The broth is an important part of this dish, so be sure to use a flavorful one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or lamb broth. If you're using chicken broth, you may want to add a few tablespoons of tomato paste or harissa to give it more flavor.
  • Add vegetables and spices. This recipe calls for a variety of vegetables and spices, which add flavor and texture to the dish. You can use any vegetables that you like, but some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and turnips. For spices, you can use a variety of ground spices, such as cumin, coriander, and paprika.
  • Cook the meat until it's tender. The mutton should be cooked until it's tender and fall-off-the-bone. This will take about 2 hours, but it may take longer depending on the cut of meat. If you're using a slow cooker, you can cook the meat on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Serve the couscous with a variety of toppings. There are many different toppings that you can serve with couscous. Some popular options include yogurt, harissa, and stewed vegetables. You can also serve the couscous with a salad or a side of bread.

Conclusion:

Moroccan mutton couscous is a delicious and flavorful dish that's perfect for a special occasion. It's made with tender mutton, fluffy couscous, and a variety of vegetables and spices. The dish is easy to make and can be served with a variety of toppings.

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