North African Couscous With Beans and Cauliflower Stew

This North African-inspired couscous dish combines the earthy flavors of beans and cauliflower with aromatic spices. It's a hearty and satisfying vegetarian stew that's perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous


• 2 cups water


• 2 tablespoons olive oil


• 1 onion, chopped


• 2 cloves garlic, minced


• 1 teaspoon ground cumin


• 1 teaspoon ground coriander


• 1 teaspoon paprika


• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon


• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed


• 1 can 15 oz white beans, drained and rinsed


• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets


• 2 cups vegetable broth


• Salt and pepper to taste


• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until translucent

Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and ground cinnamon

Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add chickpeas, white beans, and cauliflower florets to the pot

Stir to combine with the spices

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil

Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until cauliflower is tender

While the stew is simmering, prepare couscous

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a separate saucepan

Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat

Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork

Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste

To serve, spoon couscous onto plates and top with the bean and cauliflower stew

Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves

Enjoy your North African Couscous With Beans and Cauliflower Stew!