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Savoury Couscous Recipe

This quick and easy savory couscous recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal! Ready in under 20 minutes, this fluffy couscous is bursting with flavor thanks to sautéed onions and garlic. Elevate your weeknight dinners with this simple yet impressive side.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 271.5 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.6 (73 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Savoury Couscous

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How to Make Savoury Couscous

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup of chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves of crushed garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 cup of couscous to the saucepan and stir to coat with the butter and onion mixture.
  5. Pour in 1 3/4 cups of hot chicken stock, stir well, and bring to a boil.
  6. Remove from heat, cover the saucepan, and let stand for 5 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh coriander or parsley.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite protein and vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

21g

Carbs

13g

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