How to Make Mayan Couscous - A Step-by-Step Guide

Step back in time and savor the flavors of the ancient Mayan civilization with this delicious and nutritious Mayan Couscous recipe. The Mayans were known for their advanced agricultural practices and for cultivating a wide variety of ingredients that are still enjoyed today, including corn, beans, squash, and chilies. This recipe brings together some of the traditional ingredients used by the Mayans, creating a rich and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 ¼ cups boiling water
  • 1 clove unpeeled garlic
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup canned whole kernel corn, drained
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine the couscous, cumin, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the boiling water and seal with plastic wrap. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • While waiting for the couscous, cook the unpeeled garlic clove in a small skillet over medium-high heat until toasted and the skin has turned golden-brown. Peel the garlic and mince. Stir the garlic into the couscous along with the black beans, corn, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, olive oil, and lime juice. Serve warm or allow to cool.
  • Nutrition

    300 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 713mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 202mg