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Cous Cous

A fluffy and versatile Mediterranean side dish that can be made in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 176
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: fresh herbs parsley, mint, lemon zest, spices (cumin, paprika)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Fork for fluffing

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Stir in the olive oil and salt into the boiling liquid.
  3. Once the liquid is boiling, add the couscous and stir briefly.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and cover it with a lid.
  5. Let the couscous sit covered for about 5 minutes.
  6. Using a fork, fluff the couscous gently to separate the grains.
  7. Stir in any optional ingredients like herbs or lemon zest.
  8. Transfer your couscous to a serving dish and enjoy warm.

Notes

Great for meal prep or as a side dish. Fluff with a fork for best results.