Ingredients

1/4 cup peanut oil or olive oil

1/4 tsp turmeric

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground ginger

1/4 tsp cumin

1/4 tsp cayenne

1 1/2 - 2 cups couscous

2 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth

1/4 cup orange juice

1-2 tbsp brown sugar

1 15 ounce can chickpeas

1 8 ounce can mandarin oranges

1 red onion chopped

1/4 cup golden raisins

2 - 3 tsp fresh cilantro

2 tbsp peanuts or almonds

salt

Preparation

  1. heat 1 tbsp oil in medium saucepan. Add all spices and dry couscous. stir until fragrant about 2 minutes., Being careful not to burn.

  2. Add stock and bring to a boil Reduce heat,; cover and simmer 5 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand about 5 minutes.

  3. Transfer to serving bowl and fluff with a fork.

  4. In a small bowl combine 3 tbsp oil, orange juice, sugar and salt to taste. Blend well.

  5. Add remaining veggies and dressing. Combine well. Add cilantro and nuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature