Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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42
servings
1.75 cup

water

1.75 cup

uncooked couscous

2 cup

shredded carrots

shredded

0.5 cup

golden raisins

0.5 cup

pitted dates

pitted

2 tbsp

apricot spreadable fruit

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

12 unit

frozen vegetarian meat crumbles

frozen

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

chili powder

0.25 tsp

ground cinnamon

ground

0.25 tsp

ground cloves

ground

0.25 tsp

ground cumin

ground

0.25 tsp

ground ginger

ground

42 unit

spring roll wrappers

1 unit

oil

for deep-fat frying

1 unit

honey

for dipping

Step 1
~2 min

Bring 1-3/4 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Stir in 1-3/4 cups uncooked couscous.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 4-6 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Step 4
~2 min

Fluff with a fork.

Step 5
~2 min

Place 2 cups shredded carrots, 1/2 cup golden raisins, 1/2 cup pitted dates, and 2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit in a food processor.

Step 6
~2 min

Pulse until fruit is coarsely chopped.

Step 7
~2 min

In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Add 1 small onion, finely chopped; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until tender.

Step 9
~2 min

Add 1 minced garlic clove; cook 1 minute longer.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir in 1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles, carrot mixture, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; heat through, stirring occasionally.

Step 11
~2 min

Remove from heat; stir in couscous.

Step 12
~2 min

With one side of a spring roll wrapper facing you, place 3 tablespoons of filling just below the center of the wrapper.

Step 13
~2 min

Cover remaining wrappers with a damp paper towel until ready to use.

Step 14
~2 min

Fold the bottom side over the filling.

Step 15
~2 min

Moisten remaining wrapper edges with water.

Step 16
~2 min

Fold sides toward center over filling.

Step 17
~2 min

Roll up tightly, pressing edge to seal.

Step 18
~2 min

In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°.

Step 19
~2 min

Fry rolls, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning frequently.

Step 20
~2 min

Drain on paper towels.

Step 21
~2 min

Serve with honey for dipping.

Step 22
~2 min

To freeze: Cover and freeze unfried rolls on waxed paper-lined until firm.

Step 23
~2 min

Transfer to resealable plastic freezer bags; return to freezer.

Step 24
~2 min

To use, fry and serve rolls as recipe directs, increasing cooking time to 4-5 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the filling is not too wet, or the wrappers will tear.

Do not overcrowd the fryer, or the rolls will not brown evenly.

Serve with a variety of dipping sauces, such as sweet chili sauce or yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with honey for dipping.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces.

Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Tabouleh

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

Moroccan cuisine is known for its aromatic spices and sweet-savory combinations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Fitr

Occasion Tags

Parties
Holidays
Game Day
Potlucks

Popularity Score

75/100

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