Moroccan couscous is a versatile and flavorful dish that bursts with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. The combination of tender steamed couscous, sweet and crunchy honeyed almonds, and a zesty lemon dressing creates a tantalizing symphony of textures and tastes. Whether served as a main course or a delightful side, Moroccan couscous is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
ORANGE AND ALMOND COUSCOUS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast nuts in the bottom of a medium saucepot over medium heat. Transfer toasted nuts to a dish and reserve. Return pot to the stove top. Add broth and oil, cover pot and raise heat; bring the broth to a boil. Remove pot from heat, immediately. Add couscous, orange zest and parsley, then stir. Cover and let couscous stand 5 minutes. Fluff cooked couscous with fork and toss with toasted almonds.
- TIDBIT: Slice zested oranges and serve them after dinner.
COUSCOUS WITH ORANGE AND ALMONDS
Steps:
- Put the couscous in a large bowl, add the 2 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt and orange zest, then cover and let steam for 5 minutes. Remove the cover and fluff with a fork.
- Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl. Add half of the dressing to the couscous along with the onion, orange, mint and parsley and gently combine with a fork.
- Put the radicchio in a bowl, add the remaining dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the couscous to a large platter, top with the radicchio and garnish with slivered almonds.
COUSCOUS WITH HONEYED ALMONDS AND LEMON
Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.
Provided by PJKRAVITZ
Categories Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
- Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
HONEY DIJON ALMOND COUSCOUS
Mediterranean couscous never tasted so rich and crunchy than with toasted almonds and a glaze of honey Dijon!
Provided by Fisher Nuts
Categories Rice
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For glaze, combine honey, mustard and lemon zest in small bowl; mix well. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F Spread almonds in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Set aside.
- For couscous, bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Set aside.
- In large skillet heat oil; sauté onion, bell pepper and carrots until softened. Add couscous, raisins, toasted almonds, turmeric and cinnamon; stir well to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- To serve, lightly drizzle glaze over couscous servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.8, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 58.3, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 20, Protein 6.5
COUSCOUS WITH HERBS AND LEMON
Categories Citrus Herb Side Picnic Quick & Easy Mint Summer Couscous Parsley Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook onion in 1 tablespoon oil in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add water and broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in couscous, then cover and remove from heat. Let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in herbs, lemon juice, remaining tablespoon oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
COUSCOUS WITH HONEYED ALMONDS AND LEMON
Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.
Provided by PJKRAVITZ
Categories Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
- Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
LEMON DATE COUSCOUS
Couscous is a great way to deliver bold flavors, and it cooks so quickly. This makes a wonderful accompaniment to all sorts of main dishes. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook couscous according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the spinach, carrots, dates, almonds, lemon juice, zest, salt and lemon pepper. Stir in couscous. Garnish with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON HONEY CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS
Make and share this Lemon Honey Chicken With Couscous recipe from Food.com.
Provided by FDADELKARIM
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Mix together the ingredients for the marinade then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, & chicken then cook until the chicken has browned on all sides, around 5 minutes.
- Add all the rest of the ingredients except for the couscous, salt & pepper. Let simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the couscous, remove from heat & cover. Let sit for 10 minutes then stir to separate the grains. Salt & pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 66, Sodium 271.7, Carbohydrate 69.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 15.1, Protein 35.7
COUSCOUS WITH SAUTéED ALMONDS AND CURRANTS
Make a double batch of the almond-currant topping, then use it as a crunchy finish for salads and grain dishes. Though Admony calls for whole-wheat couscous, plain works just as well.
Provided by Einat Admony
Categories Side Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Currant Almond Couscous Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the couscous, broth, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let rest for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
- While the couscous is resting, heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer almonds and oil to a small bowl. Transfer fluffed couscous into a serving bowl and top with currants and the toasted almonds along with their oil.
Tips:
- For the best results, use good quality couscous. Look for couscous that is made from 100% durum wheat and has a slightly nutty flavor.
- Be sure to toast the almonds before adding them to the couscous. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
- If you don't have honey on hand, you can substitute maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Lemon zest adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the couscous. If you don't have a zester, you can use a fine grater.
- Serve the couscous warm or at room temperature. It's a great side dish for grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This couscous with honeyed almonds and lemon is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet, savory, and citrus flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy side dish, give this recipe a try.
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