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Moroccan Couscous
A North African couscous plate with chicken, chickpeas, dried apricots, almonds, cumin, cinnamon, and herbs.
Medium⏱️ 55 min📖 1 min readServes 5~500 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 35 min cook
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- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 55 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
Kuskus için
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Fine couscous
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Chicken stock
For the dish
- 500 g Chicken thigh meat
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Chickpeas
- 8 Dried apricots
- 1 Yellow onion
- 3 clove Garlic
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Olive oil
For serving
- 0.4 cup(~80 ml) Almonds
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Yogurt
For the spice mix
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Cinnamon
General
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Soften the onion and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 2
Add the chicken thigh meat and brown both sides for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the chickpeas, dried apricots, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and 1 cup of chicken stock.
- 4
Cook the chicken mixture for 18 minutes with the lid closed.
18 min18:00 - 5
Put the fine couscous in a separate bowl, pour 1.5 cups of hot chicken stock over it, cover, and leave for 7 minutes.
7 min07:00 - 6
Fluff the couscous with a fork and place the chicken mixture on top.
- 7
Warm the almonds in a dry pan for 3 minutes and serve them with the yogurt.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Look for imported fine couscous rather than the large couscous sold with pasta; the two do not swell in the same time.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve Moroccan couscous on a wide platter with optional yogurt-cucumber salad and mint tea.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~500
kcal calories
18
g protein
76
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 61%Fat 25%
118.8g
Sugar
24g
Fiber
1325.2mg
Sodium
2.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Moroccan Couscous make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Moroccan Couscous take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 35 minutes; 55 minutes in total.Is Moroccan Couscous difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Moroccan Couscous have?
Approximately 500 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 76g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Moroccan Couscous contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Tree nuts, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Moroccan Couscous belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Moroccan Couscous need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.Is Moroccan Couscous filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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