Shrimp With Couscous Recipe

Name: Shrimp With Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 12 lbs shrimp, shelled and deveined; coarse salt, to taste; ground black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 2 leeks, washed well and cut into 1/2 inch wide strips; 2 carrots, peeled and shredded; 5 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 cup dry couscous; 1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed; 2 cups boiling water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 12 lbs shrimp, shelled and deveined
coarse salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 leeks, washed well and cut into 1/2 inch wide strips
2 carrots, peeled and shredded
5 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup dry couscous
1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
2 cups boiling water

1
In a large skillet heat 1 T of oil over medium heat.
2
Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Saute', tossing, until just cooked through, about three minutes.
4
Remove from pan with a slotted spoon.
5
Add remaining 1 T oil to the pan along with the mustard seeds and cook until the seeds begin to pop, about 30 seconds.
6
Add the leeks, carrots, and garlic.
7
Cook, stirring often, until the leeks are tender, about 5 minutes.
8
Stir in the couscous, peas, and water.
9
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
10
Remove from the heat and cover.
11
Let stand 5 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the couscous is tender.
12
Add the shrimp and stir gently.
13
Serve immediately.

1227

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 12 lbs shrimp, shelled and deveined, coarse salt, to taste, ground black pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Shrimp With Couscous falls under the Seafood 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.

Shrimp With Couscous

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