Citrus Ginger Couscous
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This recipe makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 sweet red pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp grated gingerroot
- 1 tsp grated lime rind or grated lemon rind
- 1-1/2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup whole wheat couscous or regular couscous
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumbers
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 2 green onions, chopped
Preparation
In small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, salt, pepper, sweet red pepper, gingerroot and grated lime stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes.
Pour in vegetable stock bring to boil. Stir in 1 couscous. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
Add cucumber, peanuts and green onions; fluff with fork.
Additional information :
Tip: For a unique presentation, pack couscous into 6-oz (175 mL) greased custard cups, ramekins or timbale rounds, then invert onto plates.
Source : Canadian Living Magazine: November 2003
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