ISRAELI COUSCOUS PILAF

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This couscous can be treated like wild rice as an accompaniment to a main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 2/3 cups Israeli couscous
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add onions, and cook until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in cumin and cayenne pepper, and saute for 1 minute more.
  • Stir in couscous, salt, pepper, and boiling water. Cover, and simmer over low heat until tender and water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Add parsley, and serve.

Niloy khan Shakib
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ali Hasssan
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I'm not a fan of pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Clinton Kamau
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Abidawan King
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my guests.


Sadick Talugenda
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Fiq Mayanja
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I've made this dish for my family several times now, and they all love it. It's a great weeknight meal that's healthy and delicious.


Mr Shiddat
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this meatless dish. It's packed with flavor and very satisfying.


Franciana Ngoyaa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


Rj Rasel Khan
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I love the combination of Israeli couscous and lentils in this dish. It's a great way to get some extra protein and fiber.


Jackson Lynch
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for potlucks. It's always a hit, and it's so easy to transport.


Stephanie Byrd
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my pilaf turned out perfect. It was light and fluffy, with just the right amount of flavor.


Zack Olson
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced, and the couscous was cooked perfectly.


Nokib Hassan
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I ended up adding some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Md oaliur Rahman Masum
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of the pine nuts.


Pogbaaa Pogbaa
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and spices each time I've made it, and it's always turned out great.


Angie Wise
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is just perfect.


Zihaam Apdurizak
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This Israeli couscous pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.