Moroccan pearl couscous pilaf

Serves: 6
Prep: 5
Cook: 20

Add a vegan twist to a traditionally cheese based recipe... The pearl couscous in this spiced pilaf provides a firm and flavourful texture.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red capsicum, diced
  • 2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp chilli flakes
  • 2 cobs corn, hulled and kernels removed
  • 1 zucchini, grated
  • 250g packet pearl couscous
  • 2 tbs tomato paste, salt-reduced
  • 2 cups vegetable stock, salt-reduced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves

Method

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan and saute onion and capsicum until soft.

  2. Step 2

    Add spices, corn and zucchini. Saute for a further minute.

  3. Step 3

    Stir through couscous, tomato paste and stock.

  4. Step 4

    Bring mixture to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. Step 5

    Stir through coriander and serve as a side dish. Serves 6.

Tips

  • 250g corn kernels, with no added salt, can be used in place of fresh corn if these aren't readily available.

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