Steamed
Libyan Couscous

Libyan Couscous

Libya

120Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

The Libyan take on couscous, steamed semolina served with lamb and vegetables in a tomato broth spiced with the country's warm bzar blend, sometimes touched with sweetness.

Equipment
  • Couscoussier or steamer pot
  • Bowl
  • Fork
  • Ladle
Ingredients
Coarse couscous semolina500 g
Lamb, cubed600 g
Onion1
Tomato paste3 tbsp
Chickpeas, soaked1 cup
Potatoes3
Carrots2
Courgette2
Pumpkin300 g
Bzar (Libyan spice mix)1 tbsp
Olive oil5 tbsp
Saltto taste

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