How to Make Ham Stir Fry with Couscous - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham stir fry with couscous is a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender pieces of ham with an assortment of fresh vegetables and savory seasonings, all served over a bed of fluffy couscous. The result is a satisfying and wholesome meal that the whole family will love.

The beauty of this dish lies in its versatility. You can easily customize the vegetables and seasonings to suit your personal preferences or make use...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mixed broccoli and cauliflower florets
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • ¼ pound cooked ham, cut into strips
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • ½ cup sliced almonds

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • To Make Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until fluffy. Cover and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar and ginger. Mix together and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok. Add garlic, broccoli, cauliflower and carrot; stir-fry for 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender (add water as needed if pan gets too dry).
  • Stir broth mixture and pour over vegetable mixture in skillet, then stir in ham and water chestnuts. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in almonds. Serve stir fry over hot couscous.
  • Nutrition

    318 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 994mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 342mg