CURRIED COUSCOUS

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Couscous, made from semolina and water, is technically not a grain, but a pasta. (Recipe from America's Test Kitchens)

Provided by herby

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup raisins
1 cup couscous
1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and curry powder and cook until fragrant, abovut 15 seconds. Stir in the broth and raisins. Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the couscous and remove the pot from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fold the mint and lime juice into the couscous. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.1, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 36.2, Carbohydrate 47.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 7.3, Protein 8.2

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