Indian Spiced Vegetable and Couscous Pot Recipe

Name: Indian Spiced Vegetable and Couscous Pot
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (3 times around the pan); 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced or grated; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (1/3 palmful); 1 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets; 3 baby eggplants (1 1/2 pounds), cut lengthwise into 1-inch wedges; 1 small yellow onion, sliced; 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas; 1 tablespoon ground coriander (a palmful); 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric (half a palmful); 1 teaspoon allspice (1/3 palmful); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup chicken stock or broth; 1/3 cup couscous; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or shredded, or 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (3 times around the pan)
1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced or grated
1 teaspoon cumin seeds (1/3 palmful)
1 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 baby eggplants (1 1/2 pounds), cut lengthwise into 1-inch wedges
1 small yellow onion, sliced
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas
1 tablespoon ground coriander (a palmful)
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric (half a palmful)
1 teaspoon allspice (1/3 palmful)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken stock or broth
1/3 cup couscous
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or shredded, or 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
Heat a deep nonstick skillet or pot (choose one that has a tightfitting lid) over medium-high heat with the EVOO.
2
When the EVOO ripples, stir in the ginger, cumin, red pepper flakes, and garlic, then add the cauliflower.
3
Stir and sear the cauliflower, caramelizing it at the edges, 2 or 3 minutes, then push it to the side of the pan.
4
Add the eggplant and onion and let them sit for 3 minutes or so; they will caramelize bit as well at their edges.
5
Toss to combine the vegetables and add the chickpeas.
6
In a small dish mix the coriander, turmeric, allspice, and salt.
7
Stir in the spices and chicken stock and combine well.
8
Bring the stock up to a bubble, 1 minute.
9
Stir in the couscous and place a lid on the pan.
10
Turn the heat off and let the pot stand for 5 minutes, covered.
11
Remove the lid and fluff the mixture with a fork.
12
Top each portion liberally with either torn or shredded basil or chopped cilantro.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (3 times around the pan), 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced or grated, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (1/3 palmful), 1 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Indian Spiced Vegetable and Couscous Pot falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Spiced Vegetable and Couscous Pot

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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