Ingredients

• 1/4 cup peanut oil or 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 1/2-2 cups couscous
• 2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
• 1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 green bell peppers or 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup golden raisin
• 2 -3 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons peanuts (optional) or 2 tablespoons almonds (optional)
• salt

Instructions

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.