Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Israeli Couscous with Spinach



Tip:  Read directions completely before preparing.

Ingredients: 
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups of Israeli couscous
3 cups of chicken broth
1 teaspoon of salt (if needed, broth may already have enough salt)
1 tablespoon butter
3 large handfuls of fresh baby spinach
1/2 lemon

Directions:
Over medium heat, heat a large saute pan, and then add olive oil.  When oil has heated, add couscous and stir constantly until light brown.




Add garlic and stir for 1 minute.


Add 2 1/2 cups of chicken broth and salt (optional) then bring to a boil, then lower to medium heat. Cover and cook the couscous, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes. 



The couscous should have absorbed the liquid and be puffed up.


Turn heat to low, then stir in the remaining chicken broth (1/2 cup), then add butter and stir gently until melted.


Working with a handful at a time, put the spinach in the couscous.  Stir around and put the lid back on for a minute until it wilts down. Continue with the remaining spinach. 



Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon on top. 

Stir it up and serve hot.  When plating, add sliced avocado to garnish.  Enjoy!

Tip:  This side dish is excellent when served with fish!

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