O Tempered Couscous It is a delicious variation of the traditional northeastern couscous. It is made with hydrated corn flakes and mixed with spices and ingredients that enrich the taste, such as vegetables, meat or cheese.
Tempered Couscous
30
minutes
15
minutes
It is a versatile recipe that can be served for breakfast, lunch or as follow -up for other meals.
Ingredients
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2 cups of pre-cooked cornflakes
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1/2 cup of water
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1 tsp of salt
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2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter
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1 small chopped onion
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1 chopped tomatoes (seedless)
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1 grated carrot
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1/2 chopped pepper
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100g curd cheese or cubes
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100g of shredded dried meat or shredded chicken (optional)
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Smelling smell chopped to taste
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Black pepper and other spices to taste
Preparation mode
- In a bowl, mix corn flakes with water and salt. Let stand for about 10 minutes for the flakes to absorb the water and get damp.
- Put the cornflakes mixture in a couscous and bring to medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes until the couscous is cooked and firm.
- While the couscous cooks, heat the olive oil or butter in a pan and sauté the onion until transparent. Add tomatoes, carrots, peppers and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables soften lightly.
- When the couscous is ready, release it with a fork and mix with the sautéed spices. If desired, add the shredded dried meat or chicken, along with the cubes cheese. Mix gently.
- Season with black pepper and other spices of your choice. Finish with chopped green-smelling.
- Serve the hot tempered couscous, such as main course or follow -up.
Source: https://cidadeolimpica.com.br/cuscuz-temperado/
