Pearl Couscous with Avocado and Sweet-Chili Shrimp
Ingredients
- —20 shrimp, peeled and chopped
- —2 packets of pearl couscous
- —1 avocado, diced
- —2 teaspoons sambal oelek
- —Corn oil or peanut oil
- —Black sesame seeds
- —Salt and pepper
Instructions
Peel the shrimp and chop them into small pieces.
Mix oil, sambal, and sugar into a marinade and add the shrimp.
Dice the avocado into small cubes and season with salt and pepper.
Cook the pearl couscous for 9 minutes, drain, and season to taste.
Sauté the marinated shrimp briefly over high heat.
Layer the ingredients in a round mold: couscous → avocado → shrimp.
Press each layer firmly and remove the mold.
Finish with black sesame seeds.
Serving Tip
This pearl couscous with avocado and spicy-sweet shrimp is one of those dishes that instantly makes you happy: simple, quick to prepare, and full of fresh, creamy, and bold flavors. The layered presentation adds a festive touch — perfect for a midweek treat or as an elegant starter. Serve in neat layers for a refined look, ideal as a celebratory appetizer or light main course.
Storage Tip
Store the couscous and avocado separately; prepare the shrimp fresh for the best flavor and texture.