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Moroccan Couscous with Seven Vegetables

Moroccan Couscous with Seven Vegetables

This authentic Moroccan couscous is a colorful dish made with perfectly cooked couscous topped with a variety of fresh veggies stewed in a flavorful broth. Moroccan People make it every Friday as a way to gather together and pray.  Prep Time: 35 minutes minsCook Time: 

Catalan Fish Stew

Catalan Fish Stew

This delicious Catalan fish stew recipe is called suquet de peix. This hearty Spanish stew is easy to make, delicious, and is ready to eat in under an hour! Prep Time: 10 minutes minutesCook Time: 45 minutes minutesServings: 4 servings Ingredients For the Stew For 

Squid and Potato Stew (Guiso de Chipirones con Patatas)

Squid and Potato Stew (Guiso de Chipirones con Patatas)

This delicious squid and potato stew is a classic Spanish dish that you should try! Enjoy this hearty stew in just over an hour with a glass of white wine or sherry for a wonderful lunch.

Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • ▢ 2 ¼ whole squid, calamari, or cuttlefish or 1.3 lbs (600g) cleaned squid rings
  • ▢ extra virgin olive oil for browning and sautéing
  • ▢ 2 medium onions diced
  • ▢ 1 large red pepper diced
  • ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ▢ 2 bay leaves
  • ▢ 1 cup dry white wine or manzanilla sherry
  • ▢ 1 ½ cups fish or shrimp stock
  • ▢ 2 cups diced potatoes about 4-5 potatoes
bowls of ingredients for squid and potato stew.

Instructions

  • Clean the squid, rinsing off any sand, and cut into ½ inch chunks. Save a few ink sacs for flavor if you want. (Skip this step if you’re using pre-cleaned and prepared squid rings.)
  • Heat about ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil in a large, heavy pot and add the squid. Turn the rings so they quickly brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  • Add the diced onion and pepper to the same oil and sauté over a medium heat until they’re cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the squid and the white wine and cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Add the stock, bay leaves, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne if you want a spicy kick.
  • Serve hot in bowls and enjoy with a cold glass of white wine (or manzanilla sherry)!

Notes

  • Save time by using pre-cleaned and prepped squid rings if you like.
  • You can make this stew with any cephalopod, such as calamari or cuttlefish.

Nutrition

Calories: 177.33kcal |
Carbohydrates: 27.75g |
Protein: 5.08g |
Fat: 0.81g |
Saturated Fat: 0.19g |
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.33g |
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.11g |
Cholesterol: 1.31mg |
Sodium: 304.18mg |
Potassium: 714.08mg |
Fiber: 3.92g |
Sugar: 5.08g |
Vitamin A: 941.74IU |
Vitamin C: 63.35mg |
Calcium: 63.49mg |
Iron: 1.47mg |

10 Minute Moroccan-Style Chermoula Sauce

10 Minute Moroccan-Style Chermoula Sauce

This easy homemade Moroccan Chermoula is a flavorful sauce made with preserved lemons, fresh parsley and cilantro, cumin, paprika, and olive oil. While it’s perfect for fish, it’s also terrific for adding flavor to shellfish, veggies, or just about anything savory. Best of all, it