Couscous aux épices is a delicious and nutritious meal for toddlers that is both easy to prepare while being packed with flavour. This classic Moroccan dish is a great way to introduce your toddler to a variety of spices and flavours, while providing the essential nutrients they need. Cuisined with fresh spices, vegetables and dried fruits, this quick and easy couscous dish is perfect for mealtime in the Australian kitchen.

General Information

Ingredients

• 2 cups of low-sodium couscous
• 2 tablespoons of mild olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons of ground turmeric
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 cups of lukewarm water
• 1/2 cup of freshly chopped coriander leaves

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium-high heat.
2. Add in the garlic, and sauté for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the paprika, coriander, cumin, nutmeg and turmeric. Stir and cook for a further 5 minutes.
4. Add the couscous to the pot, stirring them in until they are lightly toasted.
5. Add the lukewarm water, bring to the boil, and then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Once the couscous has absorbed all of the liquid, turn off the heat and let the mix cool for about 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the couscous up with a fork and stir in the fresh coriander leaves.

Recommended Sides

• Freshly chopped vegetables
• Green salad
• Grilled fish or chicken