Moroccan spiced prawns with couscous
Prawns tossed in warm Moroccan spices with lemony herb couscous. A fast, fragrant supper.
- Time20 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.91 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the couscous in a bowl, pour over the stock, cover and leave for 5 minutes.
5 min - 2
Toss the prawns with the ras el hanout, harissa, garlic and 1 tbsp oil.
- 3
Heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Fry the pepper for 3 minutes.
3 min - 4
Add the prawns and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until pink and curled.
3 min 30 s - 5
Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the lemon zest, juice, herbs and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Serve the prawns over the couscous scattered with almonds.
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