Zrig

Zrig
Mauritania
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1/2 cup almonds, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Couscous

In a medium pot, bring water or chicken broth to a boil.

Add the couscous and salt, stir, and remove from heat.

Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Prepare the Toppings

In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Add the dried apricots, almonds, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the apricots are softened.

Combine and Serve

Gently fold the apricot mixture into the cooked couscous.

Drizzle with honey if desired for extra sweetness.

Enjoy your meal!