Israeli Couscous Pilaf
 
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Warmed with cumin and a dash of cayenne, this pilaf is a perfect side dish for fish or chicken. It pairs beautifully with Shrimp and Scallop Stew
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Recipe type: Rice & Grain, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1⅔ cups Israeli couscous
  • 1¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, melt olive oil and butter over medium-low heat.
  2. Add onions, and cook until lightly browned, approximately 8 minutes.
  3. Stir in cumin and cayenne, and saute for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in Couscous, salt, pepper, and 2½ cups chicken stock or boiling water.
  5. Cover, and simmer over low heat until tender and the liquid is absorbed, approximately 10 minutes.
  6. Add parsley, and serve.
Recipe by At Mimi's Table at https://atmimistable.com/shrimp-scallop-stew-with-israeli-couscous-pilaf/