Harissa couscous is a North African dish that is both flavorful and versatile. It is made with couscous, a steamed semolina pasta, and harissa, a spicy chili paste. The dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, proteins, and spices. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to make the best harissa couscous.
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ONE-PAN SHRIMP AND PEARL COUSCOUS WITH HARISSA
This easy dish relies on harissa for its flavorful broth. Different brands can vary wildly in flavor and heat, so incorporate the harissa slowly, especially if yours is very spicy, and add more at the end to taste. The final dish does have some sauciness to it: The starch from the couscous will thicken the sauce in the few minutes it takes to go from stovetop to table, but you may want to provide a spoon along with a fork. If you prefer a drier dish, you can reduce the amount of water by 1/4 cup.
Provided by Susan Spungen
Categories dinner, quick, weeknight, one pot, seafood, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of black pepper and 1 tablespoon harissa. Set aside.
- In a large, lidded skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring, until translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add couscous, garlic, coriander and cumin. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until couscous is toasted.
- Add wine and cook until evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of harissa and 2 1/2 cups water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes, until couscous is al dente. (There will still be plenty of liquid.)
- Nestle the shrimp into the couscous, pushing them under the surface a bit. Add the tomatoes and increase the heat until simmering again. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 3 to 4 minutes, rearranging shrimp using tongs once, until they are pink and cooked through. Adjust seasoning, if needed, adding more harissa, salt and pepper if desired. Garnish with parsley and serve in shallow bowls.
SEVEN-VEGETABLE COUSCOUS WITH CHUNKY ONION HARISSA
Steps:
- To make the couscous:
- Heat oil in heavy large Dutch oven over low heat. Add leeks and garlic. Cover and cook until leeks are very tender but not brown, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add stock and next 8 ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Increase heat and bring mixture to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes, peas, cilantro, then couscous. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 10 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with fork. Transfer to large platter. Garnish with lemon wedges. Serve, passing Chunky Onion Harissa separately.
- To make the harissa
- Combine tomato paste, crushed red pepper and cayenne pepper in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Whisk in vinegar. Mix in onions and garlic. Season generously with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Stir harissa well before using.)
ROASTED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HARISSA-STYLE DRESSING
The combination of goats' cheese and roasted vegetables on a cool bed of couscous mixed with salad leaves and a spicy dressing is positively fabulous.
Provided by BonnieZ
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- First prepare the roasted vegetables: prepare the eggplant and zucchini ahead of time by cutting them into 1 inch (2.5 cm) dice, leaving the skins on. Then toss the dice in a level teaspoon of salt and pack them into a colander with a plate on top and a heavy weight on top of the plate. Leave them on one side for an hour so that some of the bitter juices drain out. After that, squeeze out any juices left, and dry the dice thoroughly in a clean cloth. Preheat the oven to gas mark 9, 475°F (240°C).
- Now arrange the eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, pepper, fennel and onion in the roasting pan or sheet pan, sprinkle with the crushed garlic, basil and olive oil, toss everything around in the oil to get a good coating and season with salt and pepper. Place the pan on the highest shelf of the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the vegetables are toasted brown at the edges.
- When the vegetables are done, remove them from the oven and stir in the chopped olives and the capers then remove them to a plate to cool.
- When you're ready to assemble the salad, first place the couscous in a large, heatproof bowl, then pour the boiling stock over it, add some salt and pepper, stir it with a fork, then leave on one side for 5 minutes, by which time it will have absorbed all the stock and softened.
- Meanwhile cut the cheese into sugar cube-sized pieces. Make up the dressing by whisking all the ingredients together in a bowl, then pour into a serving container. To serve the salad, place the couscous in a large, wide salad bowl and gently fork in the cubes of cheese along with the roasted vegetables. Next arrange the salad leaves on top and, just before serving, drizzle a little of the dressing over the top followed by a sprinkling of onion seeds and pass the rest of the dressing around separately.
HARISSA COUSCOUS
This couscous makes a delicious accompaniment to lamb tagine and any other Moroccan style spicy dish. If you halve the recipe, it will feed 3-4 people very generously. From BBC Good Food.
Provided by English_Rose
Categories Grains
Time 10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Tip couscous into a heatproof bowl. Add scallions, mint and cherry tomatoes.
- Pour over hot vegetable stock mixed with harissa. Stir and cover with a plate. Leave for 5 mins, then pour over olive oil and lemon juice and stir through.
PRAWN AND HARISSA STEW WITH COUSCOUS
Make and share this Prawn and Harissa Stew With Couscous recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lou van
Categories Stew
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the couscous in a bowl with 1 tsp olive oil and just cover with boiling chicken stock. Cover and leave to swell for 5 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, add the onion and garlic and fry for 1-2 minutes or until just tender.
- Add the cumin and fry for a minute, add the tomatoes and harissa and bubble everything together until it thickens slightly. Season well.
- Stir in the prawns and cook for 3 minutes, then scatter the coriander over. Serve with the couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 97.5, Sodium 588.2, Carbohydrate 55.5, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 8.4, Protein 21.7
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will result in the most flavorful dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Harissa is a versatile spice that can be paired with many different flavors.
- If you don't have time to make your own harissa, you can use store-bought. Just be sure to choose a high-quality brand that uses fresh, natural ingredients.
- Serve couscous with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include roasted vegetables, grilled chicken or fish, and fresh herbs.
Conclusion:
Harissa couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the flavors of North African cuisine. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, harissa couscous is sure to please everyone at your table.
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