Couscous With Raisins and Red Peppers
Published February 4, 1992
- Total Time
- About 15 minutes
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
⅓ cup finely chopped onions
½ cup sweet red peppers cut into small cubes
1 ¼ cups boiling water
⅓ cup raisins
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon grated orange rind
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup quick couscous
1 tablespoon butter
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
46 grams carbs; 8 milligrams cholesterol; 266 calories; 3 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 7 grams fat; 4 grams fiber; 393 milligrams sodium; 6 grams protein; 9 grams sugar
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
In a saucepan with a tight lid, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and red peppers, and cook and stir until wilted. Do not brown. Add the water, raisins, cinnamon, cumin, orange rind, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Step 2
Remove from the heat, add the couscous and stir well. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Uncover, add the butter and fluff well with a fork. Serve with the tuna.
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