Cousparito or Leftover Skillet Couscous Paella Burrito Platter

Cousparito is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of Mediterranean couscous and Spanish paella with the convenience of a Mexican burrito. It’s a creative way to use up leftover ingredients and create a delicious and satisfying meal.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Cousparito or Leftover Skillet Couscous Paella Burrito Platter

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Mexican Courses: Fusion Cuisine, Lunch, Main Dish 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: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Couscous
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Pepper
• ¹⁄₂ cup Frozen peas
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cooked shrimp
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cooked chicken
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cooked chorizo
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cooked rice
• 4 piece Tortillas
• 4 tablespoon Sour cream
• 4 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook couscous according to package instructions.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4. Add diced bell pepper and cherry tomatoes, cook until softened.
5. Stir in paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
6. Add frozen peas, cooked shrimp, chicken, chorizo, and cooked rice. Stir well.
7. Add cooked couscous to the skillet and mix everything together.
8. Heat tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
9. Place a generous amount of the couscous paella mixture onto each tortilla.
10. Top with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
11. Roll up the tortillas, tucking in the sides to form burritos.
12. Let the burritos rest for a few minutes.
13. Serve the Cousparito or Leftover Skillet Couscous Paella Burrito Platter and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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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.