Tempeh Kabobs with Moroccan Couscous

Looking for a delicious and nutritious plant-based meal option? Look no further than these Tempeh Kabobs with Moroccan Couscous. Tempeh, a fermented soybean product, is a great source of protein and adds a hearty and satisfying element to these kabobs. Combined with a fragrant Moroccan couscous, this dish is bursting with flavors and textures that will leave you feeling completely satisfied.

Tempeh Kabobs with Moroccan Couscous
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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 45 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, cut into 1/2 inch squares
16 fresh white mushrooms
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
16 cherry tomatoes
8 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt to taste
1 cup dry couscous
¾ cup raisins
¾ cup drained canned chick-peas (garbanzo beans)
1 lemon

Directions

Step 1

Place tempeh, mushrooms, eggplant, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes in a large resealable plastic bag. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and honey; season with 1 tablespoon ginger, 1 tablespoon garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour mixture over tempeh and veggies, seal, and shake to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 2

Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Thread tempeh and veggies on skewers. Reserve remaining marinade.

Step 3

Grill skewers, turning often to make sure everything is cooked evenly. These can also be done in the broiler.

Step 4

While grilling kabobs, combine vegetable stock, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, cumin, and salt. Bring to a light boil. Stir in couscous, raisins, and garbanzo beans; cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for five minutes, or until fluffy. Just before serving, squeeze lemon over couscous and stir. Serve kabobs with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

820

Calories

35g

Fat

110g

Carbs

27g

Protein

Complement

The tempeh kabobs are marinated in a blend of savory and aromatic spices, giving them a rich and complex flavor profile. Paired with the light and fluffy Moroccan couscous, which is infused with the warm and exotic flavors of North African cuisine, this dish is a perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, and a variety of essential nutrients. Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, these Tempeh Kabobs with Moroccan Couscous are sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.