What is today? National Couscous Day is an observance dedicated to celebrating couscous, recognizing its cultural significance, and promoting its culinary versatility. In the United States, this day is usually observed on March 15th. The celebration often involves cooking and enjoying couscous-based dishes, sharing recipes, and learning about the origins and history of couscous in North African cuisine.
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National Couscous Day is also an opportunity for people to explore different variations of couscous, such as Moroccan, Israeli, and Lebanese, and to experiment with diverse ingredients and flavors. Restaurants and food brands might also participate by offering special menus or promotions featuring couscous.
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Moroccan-Style Couscous with Vegetables
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups couscous
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth (or water)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Sliced almonds or toasted pine nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Couscous:
In a medium pot, bring the vegetable or chicken broth to a boil.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork to separate the grains.
Cook the Vegetables:
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add the garlic, carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender (about 8-10 minutes).
Add Spices and Chickpeas:
Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Add the chickpeas and raisins (if using), and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Combine and Serve:
Add the cooked couscous to the vegetable mixture, stirring to combine everything evenly.
Adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and, if desired, sliced almonds or toasted pine nuts.
Serve Warm and enjoy your Moroccan-style couscous with vegetables!
This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it pairs well with grilled meats or a fresh salad.
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