How to Cook Couscous

Name: How to Cook Couscous
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup low-sodium broth or water; Extra virgin olive oil; Kosher Salt; 1 cup dry instant couscous (I used this couscous); To Flavor (optional); Pinch of cumin (or spice of your choice); 1 to 2 garlic clove (minced and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil); 2 green onions (chopped); Fresh herbs to your liking (I used parsley and dill)

4 servings

Learn how to cook couscous perfectly every time! It takes just 15 minutes and a handful of ingredients. This quick couscous recipe is a great side next to your favorite protein, or use it as a bed to a tasty stew.

Ingredients

1 cup low-sodium broth or water
Extra virgin olive oil
Kosher Salt
1 cup dry instant couscous
I used this couscous
To Flavor
optional
Pinch of cumin
or spice of your choice
1 to 2 garlic clove
minced and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil
2 green onions
chopped
Fresh herbs to your liking
I used parsley and dill

Directions

1
In a saucepan, add broth or water. Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Bring to a boil.
2
Now, toast the couscous. In a non-stick skillet or pan, heat about 1 to 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Add the couscous and toss around with a wooden spoon until golden brown. This is an optional step but can really adds a great nutty flavor.
3
Stir couscous in the boiled liquid quickly and immediately turn the heat off. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes or until couscous has completely absorbed the broth or water.
4
Uncover and fluff with a fork.
5
You can serve couscous plain, or mix in spices and herbs to give it more flavor. If you like, add in a pinch of cumin, sautéed garlic, chopped green onions, and fresh herbs or your choice. Enjoy!