Traditional Moroccan Style Couscous Recipe | The Best Couscous you will ever make!

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is higher in protein, while bulgur wheat is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Low-sodium broth is healthier, while water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and canned beans can be more affordable.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sugar-free dried fruit

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor, and sugar-free options can be cheaper.

In a large pan, heat Olive oil.

Add onions and garlic.

Saute well for 5 minutes.

Add spices.

Note: Add a little water so the spices do not burn while cooking.

Cook for another 5 minutes.

Add broth.

Let the mix come to a boil.

When boiling, add couscous and salt.

Cook until couscous absorbs the liquid.

Cook for 5-7 minutes.

After liquid has been absorbed, add raisins and almonds.

Cover for 2-3 minutes.

Top with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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