Moroccan Couscous
Moroccan couscous is an iconic dish rich in flavors and history. Here is a recipe to prepare delicious Moroccan couscous:
Ingredients:
For the couscous:
500g couscous
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the semolina:
250g fine semolina
1 tablespoon melted butter
For the broth:
1.5 liters vegetable (or chicken) broth
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
1 piece of ginger
1 teaspoon ras-el-hanout
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Salt and pepper
For the vegetables:
2 carrots
2 zucchinis
1 turnip
1 sweet potato
1 handful of green olives
1 handful of raisins
Optional (for the meat):
500g lamb or beef, cut into pieces
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Preparation:
Prepare the couscous:
1. Place the couscous in a large bowl.
2. Add salt and olive oil.
3. Gradually pour boiling broth over the couscous, mixing gently with a fork.
4. Cover and let it swell for 15 minutes.
5. Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside.
Prepare the semolina:
1. Place the semolina in a bowl.
2. Add the melted butter and mix well.
3. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
Prepare the broth:
1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in a bit of olive oil.
2. Add spices, meat (if using), and chopped vegetables.
3. Pour in the broth, season with salt and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until vegetables are tender.
Assemble the couscous:
1. In a deep serving dish, layer couscous, then vegetables and meat.
2. Pour some broth over the layers.
3. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used up.
4. Finish with a top layer of couscous.
5. Sprinkle with semolina and olives.
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Serving:
For an authentic touch, serve couscous in a deep clay dish.
Accompany with harissa and bread.
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Tips:
Vegetable choice: Adjust vegetables based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
Spices: Feel free to modify spice quantities to your taste.
Meat options: Couscous can be made with or without meat. You can also use chicken or fish.
Semolina: Adds a finer, smoother texture to the dish.
Moroccan couscous is a social dish, perfect for sharing with family or friends. It allows for endless variations to suit all tastes. Enjoy!
Would you like more variations of this recipe, such as vegetarian or gluten-free options?