Fragrant Tunisian Couscous with Caramelized Onions and Raisins

Name: Fragrant Tunisian Couscous with Caramelized Onions and Raisins
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups couscous; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth; Salt to taste; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon ground coriander; ½ cup raisins; ½ cup hot water

A warm, aromatic dish that brings North African flavors to your table.

Savor the rich, spiced taste of Tunisia with this couscous dish highlighted by the sweetness of caramelized onions and raisins, creating a balance of savory and sweet in every bite.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Couscous

1 ½ cups couscous

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth

Salt to taste

For the Caramelized Onions

2 large onions, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon sugar

For the Spice Mix

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon ground coriander

For the Raisin Mixture

½ cup raisins

½ cup hot water

Preparation

Marinating the Raisins

Combine Raisins and Water

In a small bowl, combine the raisins and hot water.

Soak Raisins

Let it sit for 20 minutes until the raisins are plump.

Drain Raisins

Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Spice Mix

Mix Spices

In a small bowl, mix ground cinnamon, cumin, and coriander.

Set Aside

Set aside for later use.

Cooking Process

Toast the Couscous

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan. Add couscous and toast until golden.

Use medium heat.

Cook the Couscous

Pour in 2 ½ cups of broth, bring to a boil, cover, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Simmer for 10 minutes.

Caramelize the Onions

In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add onions and sugar, cook on low heat until golden and soft.

Keep heat low to avoid burning.

Plating & Serving