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Aromatic Moroccan Spiced Couscous with Dried Apricots

This delightful couscous dish is infused with aromatic spices and sweet dried apricots, capturing the essence of Moroccan cuisine.

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·By Troy·
Aromatic Moroccan Spiced Couscous with Dried Apricots
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Couscous

  1. 1

    Boil Broth

    Bring vegetable broth to a boil and remove from heat.

  2. 2

    Add Spices and Oil

    Add olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Stir well.

    Tip: Toast the spices gently before adding for added depth.

  3. 3

    Steep Couscous

    Add couscous to the broth mixture, cover, and let it sit for 10 minutes until fully absorbed.

    Tip: Ensure the couscous is not overcooked to prevent it from becoming mushy.

Preparing the Mix-ins

  1. 1

    Chop Apricots

    Chop dried apricots into small pieces.

  2. 2

    Toast Almonds

    Toast slivered almonds in a dry pan until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Prepare Chickpeas

    Rinse and drain chickpeas thoroughly.

How to Make Aromatic Moroccan Spiced Couscous with Dried Apricots

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Combine Mix-ins

    Stir chopped apricots, toasted almonds, chickpeas, and parsley into the fluffy couscous.

  2. 2

    Season Dish

    Adjust salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to ensure even distribution.

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