Couscous recipe that will make your mouth water
If you love food that is both tasty and easy to make, then you will love couscous. This versatile grain can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to main courses. And best of all, there are endless ways to customize it to suit your taste. Here is a simple couscous recipe to get you started.
The perfect side dish for all your favourite meals, couscous is a lightweight yet filling carbohydrate that’s great when combined with meat and vegetables.
I’ve found that I can sometimes eat the same base foods such as pasta and rice, but couscous is such an easy way to add variety. It only takes minutes from boiling time until it’s ready for consumption! Plus you’ll have enough leftovers so your next meal won’t be boring or repetitive– guaranteed deliciousness every single time because there are endless ways we could cook this little delicacy together…
I like making large batches of these ingredients since they’re relatively inexpensive and I can add so many different herbs and spices depending on my meal choice.
Here are some of my favourite couscous recipes to get you started. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or something more elaborate for a special occasion, there’s sure to be a couscous recipe here that will fit the bill.
So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!
Base Ingredients
- Couscous;
- Chicken or vegetable stock – tastier than using just water for soaking;
- Oil (or butter) helps the grains separate easier, as well as adding flavour; and
Optional Ingredients
- Parsley
- Mixed Herbs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Courgette
- Capsicum
Method for 1:1 Liquid to Couscous Ratio
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add 1 cup of broth (or water) bring to a boil.
Stir the couscous in the boiling water and stir in some butter or olive oil before adding your favourite spices. Let it cook for 10 minutes without mixing again; this will help give you a more rustic taste! Once done cooking remove from heat and let sit awhile to allow all those flavours to meld together better than they would if paced quickly over low heat but don’t leave too long otherwise they’ll start getting cold – make sure there’s enough liquid left so that when we fluff them with our fork afterwards everything gets fluffy instead of gummy.
Serve with your choice of meat or fish, add to a salad or enjoy on its own.
- Roast Chicken
- Roast Lamb
- Grilled Steak
- Grilled Salmon
- Fresh Salad
Who knew that such simple ingredients could come together to create something so incredibly delicious? Couscous is one of those amazing dishes that are not only super easy to make but also insanely tasty.
