How To Make Couscous with Courgette, Fried Onions & Herbs
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups couscous
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 courgettes, sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat and add the couscous. Cover and let it sit for 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the sliced courgettes and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender and slightly golden.
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Fluff the couscous with a fork and add the sautéed courgettes, crispy onions, cumin, paprika, turmeric, fresh parsley, and fresh mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss everything together until well combined. Serve hot as a main dish or as a side dish to grilled meats or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Calories : 295kcal
- Total Fat : 7g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Sodium : 736mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 50g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 8g
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