Couscous For People Who Hate Couscous Recipe

Transform even the pickiest eater's palate with this incredible couscous recipe! My dad, a self-proclaimed couscous hater, devoured this dish. It's fluffy, flavorful, and surprisingly versatile – perfect as a light and healthy side dish or a cheesy, satisfying stuffing. Unlock the delicious potential of couscous and impress your family and friends!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 412.6 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 3.6 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Couscous For People Who Hate Couscous

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How to Make Couscous For People Who Hate Couscous

  1. Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Stir in the olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the couscous to the boiling broth, stir well, and remove from heat.
  4. Cover the saucepan and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Fluff the couscous with a fork.
  6. Stir in the chopped parsley (if using).
  7. For stuffing: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix the cooked couscous with the cheddar cheese and use as a stuffing for vegetables, poultry, or meat.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your surprisingly delicious couscous!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

3g

Carbs

26g