Moroccan Couscous and Chickpeas

Savory Moroccan couscous with tender chickpeas, sweet raisins, and fragrant spices creates a delightful dish that's both hearty and easy to whip up. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword chickpeas, couscous, healthy, Moroccan, vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings -6 servings

Calories 450kcal

Author Liza A

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion minced
4 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground ginger
One 19oz 540 ml can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
1 cup couscous
½ cup raisins
½ cup sliced dried apricots
2 cups orange juice
Zest and juice of one lemon
Salt and pepper
½ cup sliced or slivered almonds
A handful of chopped cilantro

Instructions

Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic and ground spices and sauté for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
Add the chickpeas, couscous, raisins, apricots, orange juice, lemon zest and juice, and salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and then reduce heat to low. Cover and continue cooking until couscous is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the couscous rest for another 5 minutes or so. Using a fork to fluff up the couscous, transfer it into a serving plate. Sprinkle with the almonds and chopped cilantro.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe source: The Best of Chef at Home: Essential Recipes for Today’s Kitchen.

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