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

Moroccan cuisine is known for its bold flavors, vibrant colors, and aromatic spices. One of the most iconic dishes from this North African country is Moroccan couscous, a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for any time of year. This traditional dish is packed with a variety of vegetables, tender couscous, and fragrant spices, resulting in a dish that is both healthy and delicious.

Originating from the Berber people of North Africa, couscous has been a staple in Moroccan cuisin...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
  • 1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper, cut into 1" pieces
  • 2 zucchinis, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4 inch pieces
  • ½ cup golden raisins
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • grated zest of one orange
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can low sodium garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 ½ cups couscous
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Stir in the cumin, ginger, cloves, cayenne, cardamom, coriander, and allspice; gently toast until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in oil and onion, cook until softened. Stir in the bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the raisins, salt, zest, and garbanzos.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and orange juice; turn heat to high and bring to a boil. When the mixture is boiling, stir in the couscous and remove from heat; cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, and fold in chopped mint.
  • Nutrition

    246 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 263mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 447mg