Best 10 Curried Coconut Couscous Recipes

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Curried coconut couscous is a delicious and exotic dish that combines the flavors of curry, coconut, and couscous. This dish is a great way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The combination of spices, coconut milk, and couscous creates a unique and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CURRIED COCONUT COUSCOUS



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Add an Asian twist to your family's Middle Eastern cuisine night! Serve couscous cooked in coconut milk and flavored with curry powder as a side dish - ready in 20 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
3/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup canned reduced-fat coconut milk (not cream of coconut)
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and gingerroot; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in broth, coconut milk, curry powder, salt and red pepper. Heat to boiling. Stir in couscous and raisins. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CURRIED COCONUT COUSCOUS



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Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced (1/2 cup or less)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
3/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup canned reduced-fat coconut milk (not cream of coconut) or 1/2 water pluse 1/3 cup dried coconut
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and ginger root; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth, coconut milk, curry powder, salt and red pepper. Heat to boiling. Stir in couscous and raisins. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with fork.

CURRIED COUSCOUS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups couscous
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup small-diced carrots
1/2 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup dried currants or raisins
1/4 cup blanched, sliced almonds
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
1/4 cup small-diced red onion

Steps:

  • Place the couscous in a medium bowl. Melt the butter in the boiling water and pour over the couscous. Cover tightly and allow the couscous to soak for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, vinegar, curry, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pour over the fluffed couscous, and mix well with a fork. Add the carrots, parsley, currants, almonds, scallions, and red onions, mix well, and season to taste. Serve at room temperature.

CURRIED COCONUT CHICKEN FOR TWO



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Looking for a new way to fix chicken breasts? This five-ingredient recipe is a nice change of pace. It's sweet, savory and a little exotic. Serve it over rice or couscous. -Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 teaspoons butter, melted
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup apricot preserves, warmed

Steps:

  • Place butter in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the coconut and curry powder. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with coconut mixture. , Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with preserves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

ONE-POT CURRIED CAULIFLOWER WITH COUSCOUS AND CHICKPEAS



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This warming vegetarian one-pot stew comes together fast, thanks to quick-cooking split lentils and pearled couscous, along with protein-packed canned chickpeas. Finish it off with an array of toppings, including a tangy lime-yogurt sauce, crunchy sliced almonds, and fresh herbs.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     No Meat, No Problem     Dinner     Vegetarian     Cauliflower     Curry     Couscous     Lentil     Spinach     Quick and Healthy     Healthy

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons virgin coconut oil, room temperature, divided
1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
3 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium vegetable broth
1 (15.5-ounce) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed
1 cup pearled couscous
1/2 cup split red lentils
2 limes, divided
1/2 cup Greek-style plain full or low-fat yogurt
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro leaves, plus whole leaves for serving
5 ounces baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced almonds (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium. Add cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, until just beginning to brown and soften, 5-8 minutes. Add onion, garlic, and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and cook, stirring, until onion and cauliflower are cooked through, 5-7 minutes more. Add curry powder, salt, and cumin. Cook, stirring, until spices are toasted, about 30 seconds.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil. Add chickpeas, couscous, and lentils, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally to avoid couscous from sticking, until couscous and lentils are cooked through and liquid is almost completely reduced to a thick sauce, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, juice 1 lime to yield 3 Tbsp. juice. Whisk lime juice, yogurt, and 3 Tbsp. chopped cilantro in a medium bowl until smooth. Add water by the tablespoonful until sauce is thin enough to drizzle. Cut remaining lime into wedges.
  • Fold spinach into chickpea mixture. Top with cilantro leaves and almonds, if using, and serve yogurt sauce and lime wedges alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Stew (without spinach) can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill. Reheat and fold in spinach before serving.

VEGETABLE CURRY COUSCOUS



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A variety of veggies make this interesting side dish versatile. I like to serve chicken in an apple, onion, and curry sauce over the top and sprinkle it with flaked coconut. Can also be made with quinoa, just adjust cooking time.

Provided by Melissa Conger

Categories     Side Dish     Curry Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
½ small onion, chopped
1 small leek, cleaned and thinly sliced
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 carrot, grated
2 tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
½ cup couscous
¼ cup golden raisins
¼ cup dried currants
1 teaspoon curry powder, or to taste
1 pinch ground turmeric, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Place vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion, leek, celery, red bell pepper, and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil, and stir in the carrot, tomatoes, couscous, raisins, and currants. Season with curry powder, turmeric, salt, and black pepper; bring the mixture back to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Let the couscous stand covered for 5 minutes, and fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with sliced almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 288.3 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

EASY CURRY COUSCOUS



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This recipe is a perfect accompaniment to lamb chops or any grilled seafood. It's light and refreshing and very easy to make!

Provided by Janis P.

Categories     Side Dish     Curry Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups couscous
3 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup raisins
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Pour couscous into a bowl. Mix chicken stock, curry powder, salt, pepper, olive oil, and raisins in a saucepan and bring to a boil; remove from heat. Pour the boiling liquid over the couscous. Seal the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork. Top with cilantro and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1130.9 mg, Sugar 9 g

COCONUT-CURRY SHRIMP AND COUSCOUS



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Whipping up this Thai-inspired curry is faster than waiting for takeout. The secret? Teaming quick-cooking ingredients including fresh shrimp, frozen peas, and couscous with the flavor bomb that is red curry paste.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
Coarse salt
3 tablespoons red curry paste
1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
1 pound cocktail tomatoes, such as Campari (about 12), halved
1 1/4 cups couscous (8 ounces)
2 cups frozen peas (10 ounces)
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Fresh basil leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high; swirl in oil. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in curry paste and cook 30 seconds. Stir in coconut milk, 1 cup water, and another 1/2 teaspoon salt. Squeeze tomatoes' juices into curry mixture, then drop in tomatoes and boil 3 minutes. Stir in couscous and peas. Scatter shrimp on top, in a single layer; return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until shrimp are opaque and just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve, with basil scattered on top and drizzled with oil.

CURRIED COCONUT CHICKEN



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Looking for a new way to fix chicken breasts? This no-fuss recipe is a nice change of pace. It's sweet, savory and a little exotic. Serve it over rice or couscous.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 teaspoons curry powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup apricot preserves, warmed

Steps:

  • Place butter in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the coconut and curry powder. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with coconut mixture. , Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with preserves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

CURRIED COUSCOUS WITH CHICKPEAS



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This makes a great lunch or snack and is low-fat. Great for bringing to work or school and can be eaten hot or cold. I like it with Braggs sprinkled on top (but I'm known to add braggs to any rice or couscous dish for extra flavour!). Could also add some cooked chicken to make a main dish, maybe with a side green salad or additional steamed veggies.

Provided by thepurpleturtle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 red sweet bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup canned chick-peas (rinsed and drained)
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 dash red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup beef broth or 1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup couscous (uncooked)

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cook onion, red pepper and garlic in the olive oil over medium low heat until soft, about 7 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, chickpeas, peas, corn and spices and continue to cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
  • Add broth, increase heat and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover, remove from heat and let sit for 6 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve immediately or pack for tomorrow's lunch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 857.2, Carbohydrate 101.2, Fiber 13.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 20.1

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use coconut milk instead of water in the couscous.
  • Add a tablespoon of finely chopped fresh ginger to the onion mixture for a more intense flavor.
  • If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or curry powder to the couscous mixture.
  • For a more colorful dish, add a cup of chopped red bell pepper or zucchini to the vegetable mixture.
  • Top the couscous with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro before serving.

Conclusion:

Curried coconut couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. The combination of curry, coconut, and couscous creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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