The base for many hearty one pot meals, includes a healthy carb that can be made in 5 minutes or less. Couscous (pronounced “KOOS-koos”) is a dish made from tiny granules of durum wheat. The couscous grains are then prepared by steaming them until they have a light, fluffy consistency.
Couscous originated in North Africa, where it is traditionally prepared as part of a meat or vegetable stew seasoned with cumin. Today, couscous is found in many cuisines, including much of the Middle East and various Mediterranean cuisines, as well as the United States and western European countries such as France and the U.K. It goes well with just about anything you’d eat rice or potatoes with, from a nice grilled salmon to your moms meatloaf recipe to a Louisiana-style chicken breast.
A 1 cup serving of couscous provides 6g of protein and only 176 calories, far fewer calories than a cup of rice or quinoa.
Today we have a tried and true recipe that is truly quick and easy when your in a pinch for time but want to serve your family a healthy meal. This meal can be made in under 6 minutes {see video below} and you can easily add or subtract veggies and spices to make this unique for your family.
[yumprint-recipe id=’31’]This guy seems to be a real ninja in the kitchen, we suggest making in this in 10 minutes and saving your fingers…
More one pot Couscous recipes:
Orange Chicken With Couscous and Feta
Thanks to Near East for the great Louisiana Chicken With Creole Couscous recipe!