How do I spice up my couscous with exotic flavors?

Add a touch of adventure to your couscous dish with our exotic spice blend recipe! Discover new flavors and take your taste buds on a global journey.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I spice up my couscous with exotic flavors. Items include: ground cumin ground coriander ground turmeric ground cinnamon cayenne pepper water couscous lemon juice dried apricots toasted almonds fresh cilantro

ground cumin 1 teaspoon
ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon
ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon
ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon
cayenne pepper pinch
water 1 1/2 cups
couscous 1 cup
lemon juice squeeze
dried apricots chopped
toasted almonds optional, to taste
fresh cilantro to taste, plus extra for garnish

Take note
Use caution when handling hot ingredients and spices. Be mindful of any allergies you or your guests may have. And don't be afraid to experiment and adjust the spice levels to suit your personal preference!

1

Prepare the spice blend

In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a hint of heat. Set the spice blend aside.

2

Cook the couscous

In a saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the water is absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork.

3

Infuse the couscous

While the couscous is still hot, sprinkle the prepared spice blend over it. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices and let the couscous absorb all the flavors. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra burst of freshness.

4

Enhance with colorful add-ins

To make your couscous even more flavorful and exotic, add some chopped dried apricots, toasted almonds, and fresh cilantro. The sweetness of the apricots, crunchiness of the almonds, and herbaceousness of the cilantro will elevate your dish to new heights!

5

Serve and enjoy

Transfer the spiced couscous to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of extra cilantro. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course with grilled vegetables or roasted chicken. Bon appétit!