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Preserved Lemon Couscous
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
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Overview
Preserved lemons and couscous are essential ingredients in Moroccan cuisine. They are paired in the flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves:
Makes 4 (3/4-cup) servings.
Nutritional information
(amount per servings)
Total Calories: 226
Sodium: 132mg
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Protein: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Directions Directions
- Remove and discard pulp from preserved lemon. Rinse peel to remove excess salt. Finely chop peel (about 2 tablespoons). Set aside.
- Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until softened. Add preserved lemon and bay leaves; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add water. Bring to boil.
- Stir in couscous. Cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed. Remove bay leaves. Fluff couscous with fork. Sprinkle with almonds, if desired.
Cooking Tips
Preserved Lemons can be easily made at home. They can also be purchased in specialty food stores and Middle Eastern markets.
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