How to Cook Couscous
Learn how to cook couscous perfectly every time! It takes just 15 minutes and a handful of ingredients. This quick couscous recipe is a great side next to your favorite protein, or use it as a bed to a tasty stew.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 cup low-sodium broth or water
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher Salt
- 1 cup dry instant couscous (I used this couscous)
- To Flavor (optional)
- Pinch of cumin (or spice of your choice)
- 1 to 2 garlic clove (minced and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Fresh herbs to your liking (I used parsley and dill)
Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, add broth or water. Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Bring to a boil.
- 2
Now, toast the couscous. In a non-stick skillet or pan, heat about 1 to 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Add the couscous and toss around with a wooden spoon until golden brown. This is an optional step but can really adds a great nutty flavor.
- 3
Stir couscous in the boiled liquid quickly and immediately turn the heat off. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes or until couscous has completely absorbed the broth or water.
- 4
Uncover and fluff with a fork.
- 5
You can serve couscous plain, or mix in spices and herbs to give it more flavor. If you like, add in a pinch of cumin, sautéed garlic, chopped green onions, and fresh herbs or your choice. Enjoy!