MINT COUSCOUS WITH RAISINS AND ALMONDS

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This is a recipe for those who enjoy Morrocan inspired dishes and/or those who favor mint. It's lovely along with chicken or shrimp.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Moroccan

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups water, boiling
8 mint herbal tea bags
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup couscous
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, add water and tea bags, steep for 10 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags; add olive oil, salt and combine until mixed.
  • In a large bowl, place couscous and cover with mint tea mixture.
  • Cover and let stand about 20 minutes.
  • Remove cover and fluff with a fork; add raisins, almonds and fresh mint. Toss well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 591, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 11.1, Protein 7.5

Dinesh Niv
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This dish is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Areeb Israr
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I've never had couscous before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Amber Wright
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This couscous dish is a great way to use up leftover mint. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


hdjds tsgsggs
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I love the combination of mint and raisins in this dish. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Irshadali Khoso
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The couscous cooks up in no time and the mint, raisins, and almonds add a lot of flavor.


Mariya kk Kk
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I wasn't sure about the mint at first, but it really works in this dish. The raisins and almonds add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


sijan sijan
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I've made this couscous dish several times now and it's always a hit. The mint and raisins give it a really unique flavor that my friends and family love.


Umair Rashid
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Delicious! The couscous was fluffy and flavorful, and the raisins and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Sad Ert
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Easy to make and bursting with flavor. The mint and raisins were a unique and tasty combination.


Madhushan “DJ EPIC”
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This couscous dish was a delightful journey of flavors and textures. The mint brought a refreshing zing, the raisins added a touch of sweetness, and the almonds gave a satisfying crunch. It was a perfect balance of flavors that left me craving more.


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