Spiced Beef Patties with Couscous Recipe

Spiced Beef Patties with Couscous Recipe

  • 1 1/3 pounds lean ground beef (20% fat)
  • 1 large onion, minced (about 2/3 cup)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 10-ounce package plain couscous, prepared according to package instructions
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  1. Mix first 9 ingredients in medium bowl to blend well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  2. For each patty, shape 1/4 cup mixture into 3/4-inch-thick round. Heat heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties to skillet and cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  3. Mound couscous in center of platter and surround with patties. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
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