ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH GARAM MASALA AND PINE NUTS

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Pearl (Israeli) couscous is more like barley in texture, and takes a little longer to cook. Look for it in the ethnic section, or in the pasta section of larger supermarkets. Try to find the "instant" kind, that cooks in 10 minutes. If you can't find it, you may have to add more liquid and cook longer. This one has a touch of...

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Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp pine nuts
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 shallot, peeled and minced
1 large carrot, shredded
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp garam masala
1 1/4 c chicken broth
1 c israeli pearl couscous

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a medium skillet over med-high heat and add pine nuts. Swirl in pan until they begin to brown. BE CAREFUL NOT TO BURN. Set aside to cool.
  • 2. In a heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and saute shallot and carrot for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice and garam masala.
  • 3. Add broth to pan and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Reduce heat and cover pan. Simmer 8-10 minutes.
  • 4. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  • 5. Put in serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts.

Leticia Merisha
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The garam masala and pine nuts really make this dish special. I will definitely be making it again.


Thembisile Mkhonza
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks in just a few minutes and the garam masala adds a lot of flavor. I like to serve it with a side of yogurt or hummus.


AFGHAN GAMING
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The couscous was fluffy and the flavors were amazing.


Md Shohid
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This couscous is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of spices and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Bayorn Ronald
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a very healthy meal.


Angel Davis
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This couscous is so good! I love the combination of flavors and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Grim Reale
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The garam masala and pine nuts really make this dish special. I will definitely be making it again.


Ethelo Bennett
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks in just a few minutes and the garam masala adds a lot of flavor. I like to serve it with a side of yogurt or hummus.


Daniel Ngissah
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The couscous was fluffy and the flavors were amazing.


The Real Emmy
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This couscous is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of spices and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Nomvula Maria
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a very healthy meal.


Ajahib Nasir
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This couscous is so good! I love the combination of flavors and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Balram Regmi
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The garam masala and pine nuts really make this dish special. I will definitely be making it again.


Anjal Tamang
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks in just a few minutes and the garam masala adds a lot of flavor. I like to serve it with a side of yogurt or hummus.


Alex Ba
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The couscous was fluffy and the flavors were amazing.


Emma Snodgrass
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This couscous is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of spices and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Kelly Whitney
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a very healthy meal.


Gp pump Pounds
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This is one of my favorite couscous recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I like to add a little bit of chopped cilantro to the top for some extra flavor.


Kaylon Langford
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. The garam masala and pine nuts added a really nice flavor to the couscous.


Leah yapi
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the couscous was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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