HERBED COUSCOUS CAKES WITH CHEESE

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I am always on the lookout for unique couscous recipes. It's so easy to make but DH thinks it's bland. I saw Giada make cakes one day with the couscous so that inspired me to create my own. This was a hit with my family. I served them with sauteed mushrooms with a garlic, wine sauce and Recipe #222254 for one of the most delicious meals. One note, I always prepare the couscous in chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor but it can also be done in vegetable broth. Add more cheese/herbs or a different variety according to your tastes. I think feta and oregano would be great.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cooked couscous
2 green onions, minced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh basil, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons flour
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, using your hands, mix the couscous, eggs, parsley, onions, basil, cheese, lemon zest, and salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the mixture with the flour and mix again.
  • Form the cakes to the size you want, I made cakes about 2" round.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet and fry the cakes until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on the first side and 2 minutes on the other side.
  • Remove from the pan and let them drain on paper towels to remove some of the oil before plating up.
  • Salt and pepper again to taste.

Duruibe Tochukwu
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These couscous cakes sound like a great way to get my kids to eat more vegetables.


Kelly Nigro
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but I'm willing to give these cakes a try.


Brian Kipngeno
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use couscous. These cakes sound like a great option.


Mesfin Mulgeta
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I'm definitely going to make these couscous cakes for my next potluck.


Eikbal Mia
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These couscous cakes look amazing! I can't wait to try them.


Ubaid Ch
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my couscous cakes didn't turn out very well. They were too mushy.


Saqlain Sial
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The couscous cakes were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Wilwer Mcharjescy
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I love that these couscous cakes are baked instead of fried. It makes them a healthier option.


Larwa Collins
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These couscous cakes are a great way to use up leftover couscous. They're also a good option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


NASIR Mailk
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but these cakes were surprisingly delicious. The herbs and cheese really make them special.


Ceaser Yosam
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These couscous cakes were a hit at my dinner party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the combination of flavors.