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Fragrant Moroccan Spiced Mince with Couscous

this was inspired from some gourmet sausages at my favourite butchers that has won many awards (moroccan lamb and raisin sausages). i also used some of the spice mix from 63885 as a base. i love the flavours!!! then i add all of the vegetables too, a bit like a chow mein, i guess. it freezes well too and great that it's an all in one recipe.

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Ingredients

  • nutmeg
  • clove
  • cracked black pepper
  • cinnamon
  • ground cardamom
  • cayenne
  • cumin
  • turmeric
  • curry powder
  • salt
  • garlic cloves
  • gingerroot
  • orange juice
  • raisins
  • couscous
  • boiling water
  • onion
  • lean ground beef

Preparation

  1. 1combine first 10 ingredients in a small bowl or jar
  2. 2toast almonds and pine nuts if not already done
  3. 3careful not to burn
  4. 4can place in a non stick fry pan or a saucepan on low heat until they start to brown or are golden
  5. 5remove from heat , place on a towel or paper towels to cool
  6. 6nuts keep browning slightly after being removed from their heat source
  7. 7put couscous and raisins in a bowl and pour boiling water and orange juice over them
  8. 8allow to sit while you cook
  9. 9over medium to high heat , put oil in a large fry pan with approximately 2tb of the mixed spices
  10. 10cook through til fragrant
  11. 11add garlic and ginger and cook for a further 2 minutes
  12. 12stirring and careful not to burn
  13. 13add onion , cook til transparent
  14. 14add mince , cook til browned
  15. 15add carrot , mix through then add cabbage , a bit at a time so it reduces
  16. 16add capsicum
  17. 17taste for flavours
  18. 18season with salt or pepper or if you have more spices left , add more if necessary