Morocco – Couscous with Veggies
Alright, let’s whip up some delicious Moroccan couscous with veggies! I’ll walk you through it step-by-step, nice and easy.
**Ingredients you’ll need:**
* 1 cup couscous
* 1 ½ cups vegetable broth (or water)
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
* 1 zucchini, chopped
* 1 carrot, chopped
* 1 can (14 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
* 1 teaspoon ground cumin
* 1 teaspoon ground coriander
* ½ teaspoon turmeric
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
* Optional: raisins, almonds (for topping)
**Let’s get cooking!**
1. **Get the couscous ready:** In a bowl, pour the couscous. Bring the vegetable broth (or water) to a boil. Once boiling, pour it over the couscous. Cover the bowl tightly with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit for about 5 minutes. This will allow the couscous to absorb the liquid and become fluffy. After 5 minutes, fluff it up with a fork. Set it aside.
2. **Sauté the veggies:** Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. **Add the colorful veggies:** Toss in the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Cook these veggies until they start to soften, around 5-7 minutes.
4. **Spice it up:** Stir in the cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Cook for about a minute, allowing the spices to bloom and release their flavors.
5. **Chickpea time:** Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas to the skillet. Stir everything together.
6. **Season and simmer:** Season with salt and pepper to your liking. Add a splash of water or broth if the mixture seems dry. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. **Combine and serve:** Add the cooked couscous to the skillet with the vegetables and chickpeas. Gently mix everything together to combine.
8. **Garnish and enjoy!** Serve the couscous with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro. If you’re feeling fancy, add some raisins and toasted almonds on top for extra flavor and texture.
And there you have it! A flavorful and healthy Moroccan couscous with veggies.
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Today, let’s whip up a delicious Moroccan couscous with veggies that will have your taste buds dancing. Grab your ingredients and let’s get started on this flavorful journey together. We begin by sautéing some chopped onions and garlic and olive oil until they’re golden and fragrant. Once that’s done, add your chopped tomatoes and let them cook down for a few minutes. Next, it’s time to add your couscous to the pot and gently stir everything together. Pour in some vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Then, cover and let it steam for about 5 minutes. I can already smell the deliciousness.