MORNING COUSCOUS WITH ORANGES AND DATES
This is a delicious way to enjoy couscous. You can reconstitute the couscous the night before and keep it in the refrigerator overnight. All it will need in the morning is a steam in the microwave and the addition of the oranges.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, easy, one pot, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the water and brown sugar or honey in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to medium, and boil gently until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the optional orange flower water, the chopped apricots and the raisins or currants, and set aside for five minutes.
- Place the couscous in a 2-quart bowl, and add the cinnamon and salt. Stir together. Pour on the hot syrup. Mix together with a fork, spatula or wooden spoon, and set aside for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this point, if not eating right away, cover and refrigerate.
- Shortly before serving, steam the couscous in one of two ways. Line a strainer with a double layer of cheesecloth, and dump the couscous into the strainer. Then set above a pot with 1 inch of boiling water. Cover and steam for 15 minutes, making sure that the water is well below the couscous. Transfer to a bowl, add the butter, and toss together until the butter melts. Alternatively, place the couscous in a microwave and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave for two minutes. Carefully uncover, stir in the butter and cover again. Microwave for another two minutes. Remove the plastic, being careful of the steam in the bowl.
- With a paring knife, peel away the skin and pith from the orange, holding it over the couscous so that any juice drips onto the couscous. Still holding the orange over the couscous, cut out the sections from between the membranes.
- Pile the couscous into a mound on a platter, or spoon into individual serving bowls. Decorate with orange sections, date slices and pomegranate seeds, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 231, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 8 milligrams, Sugar 28 grams
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Rabia Rabia Jamal
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous.
Ireen Emmanuel
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal.
Rifan v
[email protected]This dish is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
The FighterZ
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner.
nana makatema
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.
Noorullah Sadat
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I also like to add some diced cucumber and red onion for extra flavor and texture.
Lojain Mahmoud
[email protected]I love the unique flavor combination of this dish. The oranges and dates add a nice sweetness, while the herbs and spices give it a savory and aromatic flavor.
Hammad Alone
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I usually make it the night before and then just grab it on my way out the door in the morning.
Hamza Sajid
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to get my kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.
Sthembiso Sthe
[email protected]This dish is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Luna Lux
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Peter Elochukwu
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I also like to add some diced cucumber and red onion for extra flavor and texture.
Ellie Woodcock
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a little bit of chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Papu Don
[email protected]This couscous salad with oranges and dates is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a light lunch or breakfast. The oranges and dates add a nice sweetness to the dish, while the herbs and spices give it a savory and aromatic flavor.