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Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Tfaya Couscous
Moroccan tfaya couscous pairs steamed couscous with cinnamon onions, raisins, and toasted almonds.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~416 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
22 min prep 38 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep22 min
- Cooking38 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Couscous
- 4 Onions
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Raisins
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Almonds
- 40 g Butter
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Cinnamon
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Turmeric
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Honey
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
- 2.3 cup(~460 ml) Hot water
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Instructions
- 1
Swell the couscous with salt and hot water for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 2
Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix with half of the butter.
- 3
Slice the onions thinly into half moons.
- 4
Soften the onions in olive oil and the remaining butter for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 5
Add the raisins, cinnamon, turmeric, and honey to the onions and cook for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 6
Toast the almonds in a dry pan for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 7
Serve the couscous with the tfaya onions and almonds.
💡 Tip: Do not rush the onions; if they soften over low heat, they give a jammy tfaya texture with the raisins.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Crown tfaya couscous with almonds on a wide platter and offer an optional yogurt salad on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
~416
kcal calories
12
g protein
64
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 62%Fat 26%
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.
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 Tfaya Couscous make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Tfaya Couscous take?
Prep 22 minutes, cooking 38 minutes; 60 minutes in total.Is Tfaya Couscous difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Tfaya Couscous have?
Approximately 416 kcal per serving. Protein: 12g, carbs: 64g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Tfaya Couscous contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Tree nuts, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tfaya Couscous belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Tfaya Couscous need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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