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15-Minute One-Pot Spiced Couscous

A quick and flavorful dish that combines fluffy couscous with warm spices, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: North African
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth This will be the flavor backbone of your couscous.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 1 ½ cups of vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Once the broth simmers, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine and let those spices mingle for a minute.
  3. Stir in the 1 cup of couscous, ensuring it’s evenly coated in the spicy broth. Remove the saucepan from the heat and cover it with a lid. Let it sit for about 5 minutes.
  4. After 5 minutes, uncover the saucepan and use a fork to fluff the couscous gently.
  5. Transfer the couscous to a serving dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh touch, and enjoy!

Notes

For ingredient substitutions, quinoa or bulgur wheat can be used in place of couscous. To add protein, consider including chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to a month.