How to cook Couscous with meat and vegetables (The Algerian dish)

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than lamb.

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is higher in protein, while rice is a more economical grain.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and often cheaper than dried chickpeas.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is more budget-friendly.

Chop the onion and garlic using a chopper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Add diced lamb to the pot and brown on all sides.

Stir in chopped carrots, squash, and diced tomatoes, cooking for a few minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, and salt, mixing well.

Pour in enough water to cover the mixture and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until the lamb is tender.

Prepare couscous according to package instructions, using water instead of broth.

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