Homemade Tunisian couscous made with love by Madame Majida Abdallah

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

lamb

🥗Healthier: beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Beef is leaner than lamb, and pork is typically cheaper.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers similar heat, while red pepper flakes are more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

Prepare couscous by placing it in a bowl and covering it with warm water, letting it sit until fluffy.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped green onion, sautéing until translucent.

Stir in tomato paste, cooking for a few minutes.

Add cubed lamb, browning on all sides.

Pour in warm water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.

Add chopped carrots, potato, mild peppers, and garbanzo beans, cooking until tender.

Fluff couscous with a fork and mix it with the meat and vegetable mixture.

Season with salt, pepper, turmeric powder, and Tunisian spice blends to taste.

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