how to make couscous with chicken. Couscous tounsi b djej

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

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

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and canned beans save time.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha is easier to find, while red pepper flakes are less expensive.

Fry sweet or hot pepper in oil to flavor it.

Chop onion into small and big pieces and sauté until translucent.

Soak chickpeas in water with salt and turmeric powder, then cook slightly.

Add chicken to the pot and sauté.

Add spices: coriander powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and harissa.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste.

Add hot water to the mixture and stir.

Prepare couscous by mixing 2 cups of couscous with hot water and olive oil.

Steam the couscous in a double boiler, separating it after the first steaming and adding more water before the second steaming.

Combine the couscous with the sauce, adding enough sauce to absorb and mix well.

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