Toasted Couscous

Toasted Couscous

Couscous is probably the easiest of all side dishes. It takes 10 minutes (sometimes less) to make and is a blank canvas for flavor. My Toasted Couscous is anything but average.

Ingredients :

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 shallot , minced
• 1 heaping cup small couscous
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute for 3 minutes, until they start to soften.
2. Add the dry couscous, stirring to toast, for 3-4 minutes, until it becomes fragrant.
3. Add the chicken broth and salt, fluffing with a fork. Place the lid on the saucepan for 1-2 minutes, fluff again. If it sticks, add 1-2 teaspoons more olive oil and serve.
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