Mesfouf

Firstly, chop up the mixed nuts, I’ve used cashews, hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds & pecans.

Chop up the dried fruit, I have used prunes, apricots, peaches, pears & dates.

To a medium bowl, add in the couscous & set this aside until ready to use.

To a small pot on medium heat, pour in the water, add in the white granulated sugar & the vegetable oil. I am using my 16cm AMC pot for this recipe.

Mix until the sugar dissolves & allow the mixture to come to a boil.

Thereafter, remove the pot from the heat.

Pour the sweetened mixture into the bowl of couscous whilst it’s still hot.

Mix well.

Cover the bowl of couscous with either a lid or plastic wrap & allow it to stand for 10 minutes. The hot liquid will steam the couscous.

After 10 minutes, remove the lid or plastic wrap & notice how all the liquid has been absorbed into the couscous.

Use a fork & fluff up the couscous.

Now it’s time to add in 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts.

Add in the chopped dried fruits.

Mix everything together.

Spoon the couscous into ramekins.

Pop it into your air fryer basket – I’m using my Instant Vortex Air fryer.

Press the “Air Fry” button on the Instant Vortex Air Fryer. Adjust the “Time” to 00:05 (5 Minutes) & the “Temperature” to 180° Celsius. Alternatively, this can be done in the oven – set the time to 10 minutes at 180° Celsius.

Once done, the couscous should be slightly golden on the top.

Carefully remove it from the air fryer or oven. Plate & top with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped nuts.

Thereafter, pour over some hot or cold milk.

This Mesfouf / Farka is ready to be served.