Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine cumin, ginger, allspice, garlic powder and cayenne and rub mixture over pork cubes. Skewer cubes and grill over hot coals for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl cover couscous and cherries with boiling water seasoned with ½ teaspoon salt; cover and let rest 5 minutes. Stir onion into couscous.
- Arrange cucumber around the edge of serving platter; arrange couscous mixture in center, top with orange slices and pork cubes.
In small bowl stir together olive oil, orange juice, zest, brown sugar, salt and pepper; drizzle over salad; garnish with pecans.
Tossed in a zesty citrus vinaigrette, this Grilled Pork, Couscous, and Dried Cherry Salad with a summery feel is a refreshing dish to enjoy throughout the year.
How do you grill pork properly?
Start by patting the pork chops dry with paper towels, seasoning both sides with salt, pepper, and a spice rub, if desired.
Brush the chops with oil before searing them on the hot side of the grill.
Cook until they easily release without sticking, usually around 4 minutes.
Flip the chops and cook for an additional 4 minutes on the other side.
Couscous explained
Couscous is a type of pasta-like food made from wheat flour and semolina, moistened with water to create tiny balls. Originating from Northern Africa, couscous has become a popular ingredient in many home kitchens due to its versatility.
When cooked, couscous becomes light and fluffy, making it an ideal starch that absorbs flavors from cooking liquids and other ingredients. For more information on couscous, check out this link that covers Everything You Need to Know About Couscous.
Couscous recipes for home chefs
With its ability to pair well with a variety of flavors, there are countless options to try with couscous. A great example is this Roasted Seven Vegetable Couscous Recipe. This dish brings a new twist on a classic Moroccan vegetable dish and makes delicious use of light and fluffy RiceSelect® Couscous for a satisfying and meat-free meal.
This seafood dish - Tri-Color Pearl Couscous with Langoustines Recipe - featuring langoustines and RiceSelect® Tri-Color Pearl Couscous boasts fresh Greek flavors and is perfect for a stunning dinner.
For a diverse set of ingredients, try this Couscous and Swiss Chard Tabbouleh Recipe. It’s a zesty couscous tabbouleh salad that is light and delicious, packed with nutrient-dense Swiss chard and plenty of herbs. It makes an excellent side dish for barbecues and potlucks.
Recipe Alternative
Substitute Pearl Couscous for traditional Moroccan Couscous if desired. Find everything you need to know about the different varieties in our guide to couscous including pearl couscous nutrition. Find more pasta items and meal ideas, such as orzo instant pot recipes and more. Check out our best rice for risotto.
