How to Make Mexican-Style Couscous with Roasted Corn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican cuisine is known for its bold and vibrant flavors, and this Mexican-style couscous with roasted corn is no exception. Combining the nutty taste and fluffy texture of couscous with the sweetness of roasted corn and the spice of traditional Mexican seasonings, this dish is a delicious and satisfying side or main course.

The star ingredient in this recipe is the roasted corn, which adds a smoky and slightly charred flavor to the dish. The corn is roasted in the oven until it’s te...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ears fresh corn
  • 2 cups couscous
  • 4 stalks green onion, chopped
  • ½ medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • ½ medium lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil or basil chiffonade
  • 1 pinch chili-lime seasoning, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Trim and partially shuck corn by cutting off any long silk from the top and removing and discarding the outer layer of husk.
  • Place corn directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove and discard husks and silk. Slice kernels off with a knife.
  • While the corn is roasting, place couscous in a heat-proof bowl with green onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and olive oil.
  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan. Pour boiling stock over couscous mixture and cover tightly with foil. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and stir in roasted corn kernels, cotija cheese, lime juice, and basil. Season with chili-lime seasoning.
  • Nutrition

    316 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 365mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 250mg