1 1/4 cup of water (300 ml)
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of dried apricots, cut into thin slices (110 g)
1/2 cup of dried black plums, pitless, cut into thin slices (110 g)
1/2 cup of dried tamarind, pitless (80 g)
1/2 cup of pistachios without shells (85 g)
1 1/4 cups of instant couscous (250 g)
1 tablespoon of butter
1 1/4 cup of water (300 ml)
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of dried apricots, cut into thin slices (110 g)
1/2 cup of dried black plums, pitless, cut into thin slices (110 g)
1/2 cup of dried tamarind, pitless (80 g)
1/2 cup of pistachios without shells (85 g)
1 1/4 cups of instant couscous (250 g)
1 tablespoon of butter
In a medium saucepan, bring the water, olive oil, salt, dried fruits, and pistachios to a boil over high heat for 2 minutes
Remove from heat, add the couscous, and let it sit for 2 minutes to hydrate
Add the butter and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally with a fork to separate the grains until soft (about 3 minutes)
Remove and let cool
Serving at room temperature
Approximately 395 calories per serving
Note: Couscous is a product made from semolina wheat transformed into granules
It's very common in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in North African countries (Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia), also known as a dish that uses it as an ingredient
The majority of brands sold have instant preparation, simply adding boiling water or cooking for a few minutes and seasoning
Pistachio couscous can be found in import stores or large supermarkets.
