Description
A delightful Moroccan-inspired dessert featuring couscous infused with rosewater and topped with almonds and raisins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 tablespoon rosewater
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the whole milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the sugar, sea salt, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom, allowing the mixture to come to a gentle simmer while stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Once simmering, take the saucepan off the heat and add the couscous, stirring briefly to combine.
- Cover the pot and let it sit for about 5 minutes, allowing the couscous to soak up the milk.
- After the resting period, use a fork to fluff the couscous.
- Mix in the rosewater, toasted almonds, raisins, and butter until everything is evenly distributed.
- Spoon the couscous mixture into individual bowls or a larger serving dish.
- Let it cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator for at least an hour to chill.
- When ready to serve, enjoy it cold or at room temperature, and if you like, top with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
Notes
- Can be served cold or at room temperature.
- Fresh mint leaves add a nice garnish and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Moroccan Rosewater Almond Couscous Pudding, couscous dessert, rosewater pudding