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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Fragrant with aromatic spices, this couscous makes a quickly prepared side dish - excellent with grilled lamb. Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups chicken stock |
13 ounces couscous |
1 cinnamon stick |
3 cardamom pods |
1 teaspoon allspice |
freshly grated nutmeg |
1 ounce raisins |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
Directions:
1. Heat the stock until almost boiling.
2. Put the couscous in a glass bowl and pour in 2 cups of the stock.
3. Add the cinnamon, cardamom pods, allspice and a little freshly grated nutmeg. Mix gently with a fork, place a plate on top and leave for 20 minutes until the stock is absorbed.
4. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F
5. Loosen the couscous with a fork. Add the raisins, olive oil and remaining stock.
6. Cover with foil and place in the oven to keep warm until ready to eat.
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