Add a Little Interest With Persian Couscous

Couscous is a staple in North African and Middle Eastern cuisines, and it is traditionally steamed and served with meat or vegetables. However, this recipe puts a Persian twist on couscous by incorporating flavors like cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric, as well as ingredients like chickpeas, raisins, and pistachios.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Add a Little Interest With Persian Couscous

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Persian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Couscous
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Red onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 can Chickpeas
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raisins
• cup chopped Pistachios
• cup chopped Fresh parsley
• cup chopped Fresh mint
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
3. Add the cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric to the skillet, and cook for another minute.
4. Stir in the chickpeas, raisins, pistachios, parsley, and mint. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
6. Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the Persian couscous warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.