QUINOA-COUSCOUS "RISOTTO"

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Quinoa-Couscous

This has the creamy texture of risotto without the constant stirring. Use only ISRAELI couscous, which is larger than regular couscous. (Can usually be found in ethnic section of grocery store)

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped (with some of the green part)
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup israeli couscous
1 cup orange juice
1 1/8 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in high-sided skillet (with lid) over medium-high heat. Sauté red onion for 2 minutes. Add garlic and green onion and continue sautéing for 1 minute.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients (except almonds, salt and pepper).
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove lid and stir in almonds. Mixture should be "creamy". Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve.

Erum Rizvi
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The quinoa and couscous were a great combination, and the vegetables added a nice touch of color and flavor. I would definitely make this again.


LUTUFYO BWAGILO
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This recipe was a great way to use up leftover quinoa and couscous. The vegetables added a nice flavor and texture, and the herbs and spices gave the risotto a delicious depth of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


James Blanton
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the feta cheese, which gave the risotto a nice creamy texture. I will definitely be makin


Chikamso Nwanga
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The quinoa and couscous were cooked properly, but the vegetables were a bit undercooked. I also found the flavor to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more herbs and spices.


Chris Uzumaki
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This dish was a disappointment. The quinoa and couscous were mushy, and the vegetables were bland. I think the recipe needed more flavor. I would not recommend this recipe to others.


Rashed Qurishy
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This was a great recipe! The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes, which gave the risotto a nice tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Shavon Henry
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more herbs and spices. However, the quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were flavorful. Overall, it was a good dish, but I would make some adjustments next


Omran Malik
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This was a great recipe! It was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. The quinoa and couscous were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mhsl
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of quinoa or couscous, but the combination of the two worked really well. The vegetables added a nice flavor and texture, and the herbs and spices gave the risotto a de


Darlington Esu
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This recipe was a hit! My family loved it. The quinoa and couscous were a great combination, and the vegetables added a nice touch of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Alamin Raju
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This dish was fantastic! The quinoa and couscous cooked perfectly, and the vegetables added a great flavor. I especially liked the addition of the herbs and spices, which gave the risotto a nice depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again s


Akpeme Theresa
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This quinoa couscous risotto was a delightful culinary experience. The combination of quinoa, couscous, and vegetables created a flavorful and wholesome dish. The recipe was easy to follow and the cooking time was reasonable. I highly recommend this