FRUITED ISRAELI COUSCOUS

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Make and share this Fruited Israeli Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons butter
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup dried currant
1/2 cup dried apricot, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
3 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
2 1/2 cups uncooked israeli couscous
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion, and sauté 5 minutes.
  • Stir in currants, apricots, salt, broth, and cinnamon sticks; bring to a boil.
  • Add couscous, and return to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Let couscous mixture stand 5 minutes.
  • Discard cinnamon sticks.
  • Stir in cilantro.

Mustafa Bhat
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Overall, I thought this recipe was a good starting point. With a few tweaks, I think it could be a really great dish.


Humble Godwin
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I would recommend using a food processor to chop the vegetables.


Don82
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices next time.


Hugo Samuel Rohusaar
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Bikash Thapa magar
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a big hit! The guests loved the unique presentation and the delicious flavors.


Schylar Matthews
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavors.


Thor Jepsen
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of couscous. But I'm so glad I did! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.


Joe Lovelace
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover fruit. It was also a nice change from the usual couscous dishes I make.


Malachi Jarrett
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.


Amna Bukhari
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This recipe was so easy to follow! The end result was a delicious and healthy dish that my family loved.


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