QUICK MOROCCAN VEGETABLE COUSCOUS

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Categories     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Raisin     Almond     Spice     Healthy     Vegan     Couscous     Bon Appétit

Yield 2 Servings; Can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups mixed cup-up vegetables (such as red onion, carrots, zucchini and cauliflower)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup canned vegetable broth
1 5- to 7-ounce box couscous and lentil mix or other couscous blend

Steps:

  • Place almonds in heavy medium skillet. Stir over medium heat until almonds are pale golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer almonds to bowl. Add oil to same skillet.Increase heat to medium-high. Add vegetables, cumin and coriander; sauté until vegetables just begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add wine and raisins. Boil until wine is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add broth. Partially cover skillet; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, prepare couscous according to package directions.
  • Mound couscous on platter. Spoon vegetable topping and juices over. Sprinkle with almonds and serve.

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