Moroccan Vegetable Couscous – Chickpeas and Spiced Vegetable Stew

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Method

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a pot and soften the chopped onion for about 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in the cumin, paprika, and turmeric and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the carrots, turnip, and vegetable broth and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the zucchini and chickpeas and simmer another 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

5. 5

   Season the broth with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, place the couscous in a bowl and pour over an equal amount of boiling water or broth.

7. 7

   Cover and let it steam for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and add a drizzle of olive oil.

8. 8

   Mound the couscous on plates and spoon the vegetable stew and broth over the top.