Kouskous Bel Lham

Kouskous Bel Lham is a traditional Moroccan dish, featuring fluffy couscous topped with tender lamb and a rich vegetable stew. This comforting meal is packed with flavors from aromatic spices, making it a delightful experience for any dinner occasion.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 150 grams
• Lamb shoulder, cut into chunks - 300 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium
• Zucchini, diced - 1 medium
• Chickpeas, canned - 100 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 500 milliliters
• Fresh parsley, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
2. Add the lamb chunks to the pot and brown them on all sides.
3. Stir in the diced carrot and zucchini, followed by the tomato paste, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Pour the water into the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for about 30 minutes until the lamb is tender.
5. While the lamb is cooking, prepare the couscous according to package instructions. Typically, this involves boiling water, adding couscous, covering, and letting it sit for 5 minutes, then fluffing it with a fork.
6. After 30 minutes, add the canned chickpeas to the lamb stew and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
7. Serve the fluffy couscous on plates, topped with the lamb and vegetable stew. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from lamb and chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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