Tlitli Recette Algerienne – express, Facile, Sans Viande et Sans Couscoussier

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and canned beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier and vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs have a longer shelf life, while frozen herbs are often more affordable.

Soak the semolina in water for 30 minutes until it absorbs the liquid.

Steam the semolina in a couscousier for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.

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

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomato and bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Add drained chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Combine the steamed semolina with the chicken mixture, mixing well.

Cover and let sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

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