Couscous with zucchini, peppers and spiced shrimp

The couscous with zucchini, peppers and spiced shrimp is a dish with a rich, colorful topping. This couscous can be served as a first course or as a main dish. An easy recipe to make, full of flavor and very nutritious!

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Couscous with zucchini, peppers and spiced shrimp
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cost: Budget
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Cooking time: 15 Minutes
  • Portions: 2 Servings
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop

Ingredients

  • 3.5 oz Dry couscous
  • 3.4 oz Water
  • 2 Zucchini
  • 1 Red bell pepper
  • 5.3 oz Shrimp
  • 1 Chili pepper
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander
  • to taste Extra virgin olive oil
  • to taste Oregano

Preparation

  • To make the couscous with zucchini and shrimp, wash and trim the zucchini, then cut them into julienne strips.

  • Wash the bell pepper, remove the stem and seeds; then cut it into thin strips.

  • Pour a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil into a pan and add the chopped onion. Put over low heat and let the onion soften.

  • Then add the zucchini, the bell pepper, the chopped chili pepper and the spices. Cook over moderate heat. The vegetables should be cooked but remain crisp.

  • Wash the shrimp under running water, remove the head, the legs and the shell, then remove the intestinal tract: make an incision along the shrimp’s back with a knife and remove it by pulling gently, trying not to break it.

  • Add a sprinkle of oregano to the vegetables and the shrimp. Toss the shrimp in the pan until they are cooked and golden on both sides.

  • In a pot (or bowl) pour the couscous and moisten it with the boiling water. Cover with a lid and let rest for 5 minutes. Then, using a fork, fluff the couscous.

  • Then pour the couscous into the pan with the topping, mixing to combine the ingredients.

  • Serve and enjoy!

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