Algerian couscous

Couscous is a classic Algerian staple, often served with a medley of vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and chickpeas.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1–2 carrots, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• ½ cup chickpeas (cooked)
• Salt, pepper, and ½ tsp cumin

Steps:

• Steam couscous according to package instructions.
• Fluff with a fork and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
• Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onions and garlic.
• Add carrots, zucchini, and chickpeas; season with salt, pepper, and cumin.
• Mix the cooked vegetables into the couscous.
• Drizzle with more olive oil if desired and serve warm.