Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

Sweet Apricot and Crispy Onion Couscous

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 5m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

403
calories
8g
fat
67g
carbohydrates
12g
protein
11g
sugar
6g
fiber
Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

Recipe Description

A vegan dish you have got to try, with this Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions recipe. This mix has so many tantalizing flavors and tastes by bringing together fresh herbs and spices of turmeric, ground cinnamon, vegetable stock, coriander and mint in an extra fluffy couscous with chopped, dried apricots and homemade crispy, pink onions.

To make Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions, you will need the following ingredients: Onions?

Ingredients for Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook couscous

    5 min
    Step 1 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy OnionsStep 1 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    In a large bowl, add the couscous to 500ml boiling water and stir in the stock cube, turmeric, cinnamon and apricots, and season well. Mix to combine, then cover with plastic wrap and leave for 5 mins, to cook.

  2. 2

    Steep onions

    10 min
    Step 2 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    In a dish, season half the onions with a pinch of salt and the sugar and pour over enough boiling water to cover, fully. Leave to steep for 10 minutes, removing some of the acidity and turning them into a bright pink color.

  3. 3

    Heat oil

    3 min
    Step 3 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    In a deep saucepan, heat oil, filling about 5cm up the side.

  4. 4

    Cook onions

    2 min
    Step 4 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy OnionsStep 4 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    Once the oil is hot, fry the remaining onions in batches, for 1-2 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on kitchen paper towel and season with a sprinkle of salt.

  5. 5

    Prepare couscous mix

    5 min
    Step 5 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy OnionsStep 5 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy OnionsStep 5 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    Using a fork, fluff up the couscous mix then drain the steeped onions and add some to the bowl (save a few for garnishing). Stir through with the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil and fresh herbs.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions

    Portion onto a serving plate and garnish with crispy onions and mint leaves.

Go gourmet with this Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions vegan recipe. Perfect as a meal or a complementary side dish to a piece of grilled chicken or fish! Let us know how much you enjoyed this one and tag #cookmerecipes in your own pictures and posts, online!

About the author

Bethany Lim

Bethany is very passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and clean diet. She’s trying to cut meat out of her diet as much as possible and focuses on cooking vegetarian food and fish. Bethany gets a kick from finding ways to add new twists to classic dishes. What’s more, thanks to her Asian roots, she’s great at combining different cuisines to come up with something extraordinary. Bethany’s recipes will inspire you to add new colors and flavors to your everyday meals.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Quinta
October 6, 2024
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I made the Golden Couscous with Apricots and Crispy Onions for a family dinner. Everyone loved it. The apricots and crispy onions give a wonderful taste together. Simple and so delicious.

Gina
March 26, 2024
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This couscous is great. I made it for a friends dinner, and everyone loved it. The sweet apricots and crispy onions added such a tasty touch. I never knew vegan could taste this good. Will make again for sure.

Rachel Smith
December 13, 2023
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Superb. I made this for my friends last week, and they couldn't get enough. The combination of sweet apricots and crispy onions was magical. It’s such a simple recipe that impresses everyone, making me feel so proud to cook. Highly recommend.

Paulie
October 31, 2023
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This couscous slapped! Was a hit!

Ian Parker
October 15, 2023
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Amazing! This couscous was spectacular! Made it for a family night and everyone loved it. So flavorful and easy to make!

Vicky90
October 5, 2023
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Superb! This recipe reminded me of a lovely summer picnic with my kids. The aromas of the spices filled the kitchen and we couldn’t wait to dive in. The sweet apricots with the crispy onions were a hit! Can't wait to make it again!

Vicky
July 23, 2023
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Superb flavor, kids loved it.

Olivia Johnson
March 29, 2023
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I made the Golden Couscous for my family dinner and it was a hit. The apricots added sweetness that everyone loved. So easy to prepare too.

Ursula
September 1, 2022
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Delish! My family loved the couscous with apricots. It was so simple to make and tasted fantastic. I made it for a gathering and everyone was asking for the recipe. Truly a hit at our dinner table.

Tina
August 12, 2022
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OMG, this Golden Couscous recipe is awesome! I made it for a girls' night, and everyone was raving. The crispy onions take it to a whole new level. I never knew couscous could be so flavorful! Definitely a new fave for me! 👌

Clara Thompson
June 14, 2021
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I made this dish for my friends last week, and they loved it. The apricots added a nice sweetness, and the crispy onions were a hit. So simple yet flavorful.

Will
May 13, 2021
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Amazing flavors, enjoyed together!

Zelda98
February 11, 2021
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Delicious! I made this couscous for a small dinner party and it was a big hit! The flavors are rich and the apricots add a unique sweetness. I love vegan recipes that are easy but taste gourmet. I will make this again for sure!

Xena
January 14, 2021
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OMG, this couscous is legit! Made it for my girls' night, and the apricots and crispy onions are such a vibe. Can't believe how easy it was too. Definitely a new fave!

Steve Anderson
December 30, 2019
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So easy, loved it!

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