Sweet and Nutty Moroccan Couscous
I've simplified this recipe for Couscous Mesfouf without losing any of its deliciously complex flavor. Prepare all the mix-ins ahead of time and it takes only minutes to make. Enjoy!
Servings per recipe: 6
Calories per serving: 442
Preparation time: 15m
Total cooking time: 20m
Ingredients:
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup chopped dates
- 1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/3 cup golden raisins
- 2 cups dry couscous
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Directions:
- 1 Pour the vegetable broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the butter, apricots, dates and raisins. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon and toasted almonds, and serve.
Nutrion facts:
| Total Fat | 14.8g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 164mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 377mg | 11% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 68.2g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4g | 25% |
| Protein | 10.5g | 21% |
| Sugars | 17g | |
| Vitamin A | 894IU | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | |
| Calcium | 70mg | |
| Iron | 2mg | |
| Thiamin | 0mg | |
| Niacin | 5mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | |
| Magnesium | 63mg | |
| Folate | 18mcg |
