Spiced Herb & Almond Couscous
This vibrant couscous recipe is packed full of flavors and textures. The combination of sweet dates, crunchy almonds, and fragrant coriander perfectly complements the spicy kick from the red chilli. Saffron-infused chicken stock adds a depth of flavor to the fluffy couscous, creating a dish that is both comforting and exciting. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a delicious side to a festive feast. Enjoy the delicious blend of ingredients that come together beautifully in this flavorful couscous dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- red onion , halved and sliced
- 425ml hot chicken stock (from a cube is fine)
- pinch saffron strands, optional
- 1 fat red chilli , sliced
- 500g couscous
- 2 x 20 packs coriander , leaves only
- 50g toasted whole almonds
- handful dates , roughly chopped (we used medjool dates)
- juice ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat some oil in a roasting tray and then add the onions and fry for about 5 mins until just softened. While you’re frying, add the saffron strands to the stock if using, so the flavour and colour infuses. (If you are making the Fragrant chicken too (see 'Goes well with') use the same pan to add flavour to this dish and leave the juices in there, but you can tip out some of the chicken fat if you like).
- Tip the chilli into the tray, fry for 1 min more, then take off the heat. Add the couscous and stock, then cover with cling film for 10 mins. Once the couscous has absorbed all the stock, quickly chop the coriander (if you chop it too soon it will start to wilt), then fork it through the couscous with the almonds, dates and lemon juice and serve straight away. To serve cold, leave to cool, then add the chopped coriander just before eating.
Cook Time
5M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 6
Nutrition
- Calories: 297 calories
- Fat Content: 6 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 53 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 10 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 10 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.37 milligram of sodium
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