Spiced Couscous and Turkey Pilaf |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1/2 cup finely chopped onion |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
2 cups pearl (israeli) couscous (10 ounces) |
1 teaspoon ground allspice |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
2 2/3 cups water |
1 (19-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed |
1/4 cup currants |
1 1/2 cups (1-inch) pieces cooked turkey |
1/3 cup packed mint leaves, chopped |
accompaniment: plain yogurt |
Directions:
1. Cook onion in oil in a 4-quart heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 10 minutes. Add couscous and spices and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add water, chickpeas, currants, and 1 teaspoon salt and simmer, covered, until couscous is just tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in turkey and let stand, covered, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in mint.
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