Fresh and zingy, chermoula spice mix is widely used in North African cuisine. Made with fragrant herbs and spices such as paprika, ground turmeric, ground coriander, as well as citrussy dried lemon peel, this spice mix is ideal mixed with oil to create a flavourful marinade for meat and fish.
The quantities provided above are averages only.
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20 grams
Vegetable Stock Paste
120 grams
Couscous
(Contains Cereals containing gluten May contain Soya)
1 unit(s)
Courgette
(May contain Celery)
150 grams
King Prawns
(Contains Crustaceans)
½ sachet(s)
Chermoula Spice Mix
45 grams
Zhoug Style Paste
75 grams
Greek Style Natural Yoghurt
(Contains Milk)
200 milliliter(s)
Water for the Couscous
a) Pour the water for the couscous (see pantry for amount) and the veg stock paste into a saucepan and bring to the boil.
b) When boiling, remove from the heat, stir in the couscous and pop a lid on the pan.
c) Leave to the side for 8-10 mins or until ready to serve.
a) Meanwhile, trim the courgette, then quarter lengthways. Chop into 1cm chunks.
b) Drain the prawns. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw prawns.
a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium heat.
b) Once hot, add the courgette. Season with salt and pepper.
c) Fry, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3-4 mins.
a) Once the courgette has softened, add the prawns and chermoula spice mix (see ingredients for amount, add less if you'd prefer things milder) to the pan.
b) Cook, stirring occasionally, until the prawns are cooked through, 4-5 mins. IMPORTANT: The prawns are cooked when pink on the outside and opaque in the middle.
a) When your couscous is ready, fluff it up with a fork and stir through the zhoug style paste (add less if you'd prefer things milder).
b) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
a) Share the zhoug couscous between your bowls and top with the chermoula prawns.
b) Drizzle over the yoghurt to finish.
Enjoy!