Moroccan Inspired Courgette Couscous
A colourful dish made with perfectly cooked couscous topped with chickpeas, a variety of stewed veggies and a flavourful broth.
Substitutes:
- No ras el hanout? Make your own spice mix with ginger, cumin, allspice, ground nutmeg, cinnamon, turmeric and paprika.
- No courgette? Use whatever veggies you like for this dish such as parsnips, turnips, squash or peppers.
- No mint? Use parsley or coriander instead.
- Spice lover? Add a tablespoon of harissa for a flavourful spicy broth.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
2 Courgettes
1 Carrot
1 Onion
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 Can chickpeas (drained and rinsed )
2 tbsp Tomato puree
1 tbsp Ras el hanout
450 ml Vegetable stock
Salt & pepper
80 g couscous
10 Mint leaves
Recipe:
- Prepare the veggies: Finely slice the onion. Cut the courgettes in half lengthwise and each halves in half again. Slice the carrot.
- Cook the veggies: Place a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the onion in the olive oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add the carrot and season with salt and pepper. Add the ras el hanout, courgettes, chickpeas, tomato puree and stock. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the veggies are tender.
- Prepare the couscous: Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour 120 ml boiling water over the couscous, cover and leave for 10 minutes while the couscous absorbs the water.
- Serve: Divide the couscous into plates, ladle over the veggies and top with finely chopped fresh mint leaves. Enjoy!
How to store
Store in an airtight container, in the fridge for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
