In the realm of enticing culinary creations, few dishes capture the essence of Mediterranean flavors quite like couscous with fennel and pine nuts. Immerse yourself in a symphony of textures and tastes as you embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this delectable dish. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of perfect couscous preparation, this article will guide you through the steps to create a truly unforgettable meal. Experience the vibrant notes of fennel, the nutty crunch of pine nuts, and the fluffy lightness of couscous, all harmoniously blended in a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds.
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COUSCOUS WITH FENNEL AND PINENUTS
Quick, easy and delicious. Serve it as a side dish or a vegetarian main dish by using vegetable broth.
Categories Side Dish Quick and Easy Quick and Easy
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add fennel cubes and fennel seeds; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until fennel cubes are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add broth and 1 cup water; bring to boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Fluff with fork; stir in nuts and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
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COUSCOUS WITH POMEGRANATE, MINT AND PINE NUTS
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, fresh mint, fennel, pine nuts and za'atar if available. Add couscous and gently incorporate dressing and couscous with a fork. Add pomegranate seeds and again gently fold through but this time with a spoon. Allow salad to remain at room temperature for a half an hour so that flavors can blossom
COUSCOUS WITH FENNEL AND PINENUTS
Provided by Joanne Weir
Categories Side Quick & Easy High Fiber Dinner Pine Nut Fennel Healthy Couscous Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add fennel cubes and fennel seeds; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until fennel cubes are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add broth and 1 cup water; bring to boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Fluff with fork; stir in nuts and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
COUSCOUS WITH PINE NUTS AND MINT
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook over medium-low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and remove from the heat. Cover the pot tightly and allow the couscous to steam for 10 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the mint and pine nuts. Taste for seasonings and add about 1 teaspoon salt, depending on the saltiness of the stock, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Serve hot.
SPICED PEARL COUSCOUS WITH PINE NUTS
This side dish is great for entertaining, as you can prepare the topping ahead of time, and the couscous only takes only minutes. Try adding 1 cup drained and rinsed garbanzo beans to boost the protein! -Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add couscous; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until couscous is lightly browned., Add water, salt, cinnamon, curry powder, cumin and coriander; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 7-10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender. Stir in currants, cilantro, mint and lemon zest; let stand 5 minutes Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.
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COUSCOUS WITH PINE NUTS (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)
I saw Ina Gartner, the Barefoot Contessa, preparing this dish during the "Friends of Friends" episode of her show.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories Grains
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan. Add the shallots and cook them over medium-low heat for 3 minutes, until translucent.
- Add the chicken stock, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat. Stir in the couscous, cover the pan, and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Add the pine nuts, currants, and parsley and fluff with a fork to combine. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.6, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 35.9, Sodium 489.2, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 9.5, Protein 16.4
COUSCOUS WITH PINE NUTS AND CURRANTS
Provided by Amaryll Schwertner
Categories Herb Side Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Currant Dried Fruit Pine Nut Cucumber Chickpea Healthy Couscous Self San Francisco California Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spread sesame seeds and pine nuts on a cookie sheet and bake until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from sheet and set aside. In a large saucepan, boil 1 cup water with butter and salt. Remove from heat and add couscous. Stir, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Toss couscous with sesame seeds, pine nuts, chickpeas, cucumber, currants, and fines herbes. Season to taste with remaining ingredients and salt and pepper.
CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FENNEL, CARROTS, AND COUSCOUS
Buying grains like couscous in bulk keeps down the cost of this Moroccan-inspired dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Rub chicken with 1/2 teaspoon paprika; season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon oil, fennel, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon paprika and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant, about 1 minute.
- To skillet, add reserved chicken along with any accumulated juices, apricots, olives, orange juice, and broth. Cover and simmer until vegetables are soft and chicken is opaque throughout, about 12 to 15 minutes. Serve with couscous.
COUSCOUS WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
Our version of comfort food! If you prefer stronger flavors, add more garlic or try a stronger-tasting cheese.
Provided by KLHquilts
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Add couscous and salt to boiling water. Cover and let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with fork.
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Heat oil in large skillet. Saute garlic and onion for ten minutes, or until tender.
- Drain canned tomatoes, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Add drained tomatoes to garlic and onions. Cook 10 more minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir tomato mixture into couscous. Mix in reserve tomato juice, basil, pine nuts, raw spinach and pepper.
- Spread half of the couscous mixture in a shallow baking dish. Sprinkle muenster evenly, then top with remaining couscous mixture.
- Cover dish with foil and bake at 375 for 25 minutes.
Tips:
- To get the most flavor out of the fennel, use a combination of the bulb and the fronds.
- If you don't have any pine nuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as almonds or walnuts.
- To make the couscous even more flavorful, try toasting it in a dry skillet before cooking it.
- If you like your couscous with a bit of a kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
- Serve the couscous with a side of yogurt or tzatziki sauce for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This couscous dish is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this couscous recipe is sure to please.
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