COUSCOUS WITH CORN AND RED PEPPER

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces whole red pepper or 7 ounces chopped red pepper (ready cut), about 1 3/4 cups
1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup water
1/2 cup whole-wheat couscous
1 cup frozen corn niblets
Fresh basil
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash, trim, seed and chop the whole pepper; mince the garlic.
  • Heat the oil in a nonstick pot; saute pepper and garlic in hot oil until pepper begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
  • Bring water to boil in the pot, covered. Add couscous and corn; reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook about 5 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender.
  • Meanwhile, wash, dry and chop basil to make 1 tablespoon and add to cooked couscous with salt. Add pepper and garlic and mix well.

M. SAKHAWAT KHAN
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This couscous is so good, I could eat it every day.


Chocolate Addu
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I'm always looking for new couscous recipes and this one is definitely a keeper.


Julia Singwane
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This recipe is a great base for experimentation. I've added different vegetables, spices, and even some fruit.


Justice Ukperegbulem
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I added some grilled chicken to this couscous and it was amazing.


Banana Ballons
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This couscous is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Shabir Shaikh
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I've made this couscous several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Collins Mensah
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Bijita Chaudhary
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This recipe was easy to follow and the couscous turned out perfect.


David M
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I made this couscous last night and it was delicious! I used a different type of pepper, but it still turned out great.


Captain Seven deadly sins
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This couscous dish was a hit! The corn and red pepper added a nice sweetness and crunch, and the spices gave it a flavorful kick. I will definitely be making this again.