Tunisia's Main Dish: COUSCOUS

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 boiling water, letting it sit until fluffy.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and harissa, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Add cubed chicken and lamb, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

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

Add chopped vegetables and chickpeas, cooking until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

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

Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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