Best 9 Couscous With Prunes And Toasted Almonds Recipes

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When looking to prepare a tantalizing and delightful meal, couscous with prunes and toasted almonds emerges as a delightful choice. It combines the delicate nutty flavor of couscous with the sweet and tangy taste of prunes, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Toasted almonds add a delightful crunch, elevating the texture and providing a satisfying contrast. This dish is not only a culinary delight but also a healthy and satisfying option, offering a variety of essential nutrients. Join us as we embark on a culinary adventure, exploring the best recipe for couscous with prunes and toasted almonds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COUSCOUS WITH CURRANTS, ALMONDS, AND PARSLEY



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Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups instant couscous
1/4 cup currants
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Check couscous package instructions to see how much boiling water you will need. Place couscous and currants in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over top, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove cover, add toasted almonds and parsley, and fluff with a fork until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve hot or at room temperature.

COUSCOUS WITH PRUNES AND TOASTED ALMONDS



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Spiced prunes add a sweet twist to classic couscous in this recipe from "Mourad: New Moroccan," by Mourad Lahlou. Also try: Brown-Butter Couscous, Couscous with Meyer Lemon and Parsley

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole blanched whole almonds
Classic Steamed Couscous
3/4 cup Spiced Prunes, pitted and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
5 tablespoons Clarified Butter for Couscous with Prunes and Toasted Almonds
6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
6 tablespoons chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes until golden brown (break open to check). Let cool.
  • Combine almonds with couscous, prunes, clarified butter, lemon juice, chives, and cinnamon; season with salt.

COUSCOUS WITH SPICED ALMONDS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup whole blanched almonds.
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
3 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups couscous

Steps:

  • To prepare the almonds, heat the butter in a saute pan over medium heat until it is melted and bubbling. Add the almonds, cumin, turmeric, coriander, paprika, and salt. Saute until the almonds start to brown and the spices smell very fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Let cool.
  • To prepare the couscous, heat the stock in a saucepan over high heat until boiling, then season with salt and pepper. Place the couscous in a large bowl, pour the hot stock over the couscous, and cover with foil. Let stand until the stock is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, coarsely chop the cooled almonds. When the couscous has absorbed the stock, fluff with a fork, add the almonds, and mix well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

COUS COUS WITH GARBANZO BEANS, PRUNES AND ALMONDS



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Provided by Marisol Benadayan-Bennaroch

Categories     Bean     Fruit     Nut     Side     Sauté     High Fiber     Prune     Almond     Chickpea     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
4 cups chopped onions
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1 cup chopped pitted prunes (about 6 ounces)
3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups couscous (about 12 ounces)
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until very tender and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes. Add garbanzo beans and prunes and stir 1 minute. Add broth and cinnamon and bring to boil. Mix in couscous. Cover pot; remove from heat. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Using fork, fluff couscous. Mix in mint and half of almonds. Season with salt and pepper. Mound couscous in bowl. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

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

COUSCOUS WITH CHICKPEAS AND PRUNES



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Make and share this Couscous With Chickpeas and Prunes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kates Kitchen

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
4 cups onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)
1 cup pitted prune, chopped
3 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups couscous (about 12 ounces)
1/3 cup of fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions and sauté until very soften and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Add garbanzo beans and prunes and combine.
  • Add stock and cinnamon and bring to boil.
  • Mix in couscous.
  • Cover pot; remove from heat.
  • Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous.
  • Mix in mint and half of almonds.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve in bowl and Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.5, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 394.9, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 11, Sugar 17.7, Protein 17.6

COUSCOUS WITH DATES, RAISINS, AND ALMONDS



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This is a slightly sweet recipe of middle eastern origin. You can add more sugar if you like, but for those wanting to cut down on sugar and fat, this is a great way to indulge in a bit of sweet with an ethnic flair.

Provided by Linda Lola

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 platter, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 orange, using the grated orange peel and then juice of that orange
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) package near east instant original couscous
1/2 cup almonds, sliced
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup chopped dates
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, orange peel and juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a boil. Add the couscous to the boiling water. Remove from heat and cover for ten minutes. Liquid should be absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  • In a small frying pan, heat the almonds over medium heat, stirring continuously until toasted. Add the raisins and dates and butter. Heat all until butter is melted.
  • Serve couscous spread over a platter, top with topping mixture. Sprinkle a bit of powdered sugar over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.7, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 171.4, Carbohydrate 83.4, Fiber 6, Sugar 40.1, Protein 9.6

CLARIFIED BUTTER FOR COUSCOUS WITH PRUNES AND TOASTED ALMONDS



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Use in chef Mamoud Lahlou's Couscous with Prunes and Toasted Almonds recipe from "Mourad: New Moroccan."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) simmering water. Skim off foam from top. Refrigerate butter to solidify. Make two holes in the top of butter and drain off liquid. Alternatively, strain butter through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth. Discard any milky liquid remaining in bottom of pan.

COUSCOUS WITH SAUTéED ALMONDS AND CURRANTS



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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

2 cups instant couscous (whole wheat or regular)
2 1/2 cups boiling low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons dried currants

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:

  • To properly toast almonds: Ensure almonds are evenly browned by regularly shaking the pan. This process takes approximately 5 minutes over medium heat.
  • For a more flavorful stock: Roast chicken bones and vegetables together for an enhanced broth.
  • Enhance the flavors: Add a touch of sweetness to the dish with the inclusion of dried prunes.
  • Add a unique touch: Incorporate a sprinkle of cinnamon and a dash of ginger for a Moroccan-inspired taste.
  • For a crunchy texture: Lightly toast the almonds until they become fragrant and golden brown.

Conclusion:

This exquisitely crafted recipe combines the delectable flavors of toasted almonds, succulent prunes, and aromatic spices, resulting in a captivating culinary masterpiece. Ideal for both special occasions and everyday meals, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures, flavors, and aromas that will tantalize taste buds and leave a lasting impression. Experiment with different dried fruits, spices, and nuts to create unique variations that cater to your specific preferences. With its ease of preparation and versatility, this recipe is a must-try for home cooks seeking a delectable and wholesome meal. Bon appétit!

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