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Nutritional Values
670kcal
41gProtein
72gCarbs
25gFat
10gFibre
450 gServing
* Per serving · 450 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Lamb Couscous
How to order / say it
Say it
كسكس بلحم الضأن — [koos-koos beh-lahm ed-daahn]
Order
I'll have the lamb couscous, please.
Locally
سأتناول الكسكس بلحم الضأن، من فضلك.
Say locally
A savory dish with steamed semolina topped with lamb, vegetables, and aromatic spices.
Why try it?
Couscous is a beloved Moroccan dish signifying abundance, family, and tradition, served especially on Fridays in Moroccan homes. It embodies hospitality, community, and connection, often marking important events with its presence.
How it tastes
Served with fluffy steamed semolina, the tender lamb pieces and an array of colorful vegetables are flavored with a symphony of spices like saffron and ginger. The dish is both hearty and delicate, capturing the essence of Moroccan warmth and complexity.
Origin & History — first documented: 1250
With roots in the Berber culture during the 13th century, couscous spread across North Africa through trade and conquest. It became a staple for its versatility and ability to feed many, traditionally consumed in communal gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g couscous
- 🥩 300 g lamb
- 🥕 100 g carrots
- 🥕 100 g zucchini
- 🧄 100 g onions
- 🫘 100 g chickpeas
- 🧂 1/4 tsp saffron
- 🧂 1/2 tsp ginger
- 🫒 40 ml olive oil
- 🧂 to taste salt
Method
- 1 Steam couscous in a couscousiere until light and fluffy.
- 2 Brown lamb with onions and spices in a separate pan.
- 3 Add vegetables and chickpeas, cover with water, and simmer.
- 4 Serve lamb and vegetables over couscous, drizzling with broth.
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