Couscous with Moroccan Spices

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• garlic cloves
• cumin seed
• turmeric
• cinnamon
• ground coriander
• cayenne
• paprika
• vegetable broth
• tomatoes
• dried currant
• lemon juice
• water
• butter
• salt
• couscous

Preparation

1. 1heat olive oil in a non stick pan and cook the chopped onion and garlic in it till the onion is soft and translucent
2. 2stir in the cumin , turmeric , cinnamon , coriander , cayenne and paprika
3. 3continue stirring over medium heat for 2-3 minutes , then add vegetable broth , tomato puree and currants
4. 4simmer the sauce for 10 minutes
5. 5remove the sauce from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice to your taste
6. 6if not using immediately and planning to reheat before serving , wait to add citrus juice at the last minute
7. 7to cook the couscous , heat the broth , water , butter and salt together in a medium skillet till the liquid boils
8. 8reduce to a simmer , add the couscous , cover the skillet tightly and leave on the lowest heat for 5 minutes
9. 9remove the pan from the heat an leave it covered for another couple of minutes before fluffing with a fork