INGREDIENTS:
650g couscous
120g raisins
1 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp chili oil
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 Salt or to taste
750ml boiling water
350g carrots, roughly grated
2 red peppers, roasted and finely diced
1 red onion, finely diced
120g flaked almonds, toasted
30g coriander leaves, finely chopped
30g flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
1-2 pomegranates, halved and seeds removed
SERVES 6-8
INSTRUCTIONS:
Place the couscous, raisins, spices, salt and oils into a large mixing bowl. Pour over the boiling water. Stir using a fork and cover with a plate. Leave for 5-10 minutes until the grains become fluffy and the water is absorbed. Leave to cool slightly before adding the grated carrots, onion, peppers and herbs. Scatter with the toasted almonds and pomegranate seeds before serving.
