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Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of couscous
- 1 1/2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of olive oil, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Pour the olive oil and lemon juice mixture into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the cooked couscous, cherry tomatoes, and Kalamata olives to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the couscous mixture. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Remove from heat and transfer the shrimp and couscous mixture to a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous!
Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean with the light and fluffy texture of couscous. This dish has its roots in the coastal regions of the Mediterranean, where fresh seafood and vibrant spices are abundant. Chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists and flavors. The key to a perfect Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous lies in the freshness of the shrimp, the aromatic blend of Mediterranean spices, and the fluffy texture of the couscous. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in coastal restaurants along the Mediterranean, where the seafood is at its freshest.
30 min
4
320 calories
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