Welcome to the world of couscous marocain, a delectable dish that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine. Couscous is a versatile grain that forms the heart of this dish, offering a fluffy and wholesome texture. Originating from the vibrant streets of Morocco, couscous marocain is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of creating an authentic and mouthwatering couscous marocain. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of steaming and preparing the flavorful broth, we'll provide you with all the essential knowledge and techniques to create a dish that will impress your family and friends. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to savor the deliciousness of couscous marocain.
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MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saute pan, add the shallots and cook for 3 minutes over medium heat. Add the chicken stock, salt and pepper, raise the heat to high and bring the stock to a boil. Off the heat and add the couscous. Cover the pan and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Add the pignoli nuts and currants to the couscous, stir and serve.
- Place the chickens, onions, carrots, celery, parsnips, parsley, thyme, dill, garlic, salt, and peppercorns in a 16 to 20-quart stockpot with 7 quarts of water and bring to a boil. Skim the surface as needed. Simmer uncovered for 4 hours. Strain the entire contents of the pot through a colander, discarding the chicken and vegetables, and chill. Discard the hardened fat, and then pack the broth in quart containers.
QUICK MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
Tried to replicate couscous portion from the Moroccan chicken from Cheesecake Factory®.
Provided by Rachel Fives
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan; stir couscous into the boiling water and cook until couscous absorbs all the water and is cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onion, shallot, and garlic in the hot oil until onion is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir raisins, sun-dried tomatoes, and almonds into onion mixture; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Stir couscous into onion-raisin mixture; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season couscous mixture with salt and pepper; add lemon juice. Remove skillet from heat and stir butter into couscous mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 207.8 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
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
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
COUSCOUS ROYALE
This is a stunning presentation for adventurous dining. Completely vegetarian and a North-African style dish that is bursting with flavors. Posted for ZWT3 and adapted from Parragon Press.
Provided by Amayzng30
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut the carrots and zucchini in half lengthwise, and then slice into three inch pieces.
- Trim the squash, remove seeds, and cut into pieces the same size as the carrots.
- PLace the stock, spices, saffron, and carrots in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, and add olive oil. Cook 15 minutes (skimming any froth).
- Add the lemon zest and juice, honey, zucchini, and squash. Season well. Return to the boil and cook and additional 10 minutes.
- Reheat the cooked couscous and add the butter.
- To serve, mound the couscous on a platter. Drain vegetables and arrange on the couscous. Remove the cinnamon from the stock, and stir in the raisins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.5, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 106.5, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 25.5, Protein 5.6
ORIGINAL MOROCCAN COUSCOUS
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
COUSCOUS ROYALE
Impress your friends with this classic Middle Eastern dish which can be spiced up or toned down according to preference. Great for chilly autumn or winter days. All the prep time is in the chopping, the rest is easy!
Provided by SKIDMORA
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown on both sides; set aside. Reduce heat to medium, add sausage, and cook sausage until no longer pink; set aside.
- Stir garlic and onions into skillet; cook until onions have softened and turned translucent. Stir in the carrots, celery, rutabaga, green pepper, red pepper, diced tomatoes, garbanzos, and 2 cups chicken stock. Season with thyme, turmeric, cayenne, harissa, and bay leaf. Cut sausage into 1--inch pieces, and add to skillet along with chicken. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until chicken is no longer pink. When the chicken is done, stir in the zucchini, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, mix 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) into couscous in a heatproof bowl. Bring 2 cups of chicken stock to a boil and stir into the couscous, cover, and keep hot.
- Serve chicken stew over the couscous with a dollop of yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 933.3 calories, Carbohydrate 80.4 g, Cholesterol 168.9 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 62.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 599.8 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality couscous. Look for couscous that is made from durum wheat semolina and has a slightly nutty flavor.
- Be sure to soak the couscous in boiling water for the amount of time specified in the recipe. This will help to rehydrate the couscous and make it tender.
- Once the couscous is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
- Couscous can be served hot or cold. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or salad.
- Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique couscous dishes. For example, you could add vegetables, fruits, nuts, or spices to the couscous.
Conclusion:
Couscous is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive dish for a special occasion, couscous is a great option. With its light and fluffy texture and nutty flavor, couscous is sure to please everyone at your table.
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