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Printed September 2, 2026
Printed September 2, 2026
Dorm Room Feast
Coconut Curry Couscous Mug
South Asian spices meet the fastest grain on earth in this aromatic one-mug meal. Ready in under 5 minutes, complex enough to impress.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup instant couscous
- 1/3 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tablespoon raisins
- Salt to taste
- Cashews for topping (optional)
Preparation
When you need something comforting, exotic, and faster than delivery, this coconut curry couscous has your back. It's proof that dorm room limitations can actually spark creativity rather than stifle it.
Preparation
- Add the coconut milk, water, curry powder, and a pinch of salt to your mug. Stir well to combine.
- Microwave for 1 minute until the liquid is hot and steaming.
- Stir in the couscous, frozen vegetables, and raisins. Make sure the couscous is submerged.
- Cover the mug with a small plate or saucer and let it sit for 3 minutes. The couscous will absorb the liquid.
- Fluff with a fork, breaking up any clumps. If it seems dry, add a splash more coconut milk or water.
- Microwave for an additional 30 seconds if the vegetables aren't fully heated through.
- Top with cashews for crunch and enjoy.
Variation: Add a spoonful of chickpeas before the final heating for extra protein.
