Aromatic Couscous In Minutes

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Aromatic Couscous In Minutes

Description

A quick side dish I make as an accompaniment to lamb curry or Indian style dal or chickpeas/chole. I also love having this dish all by itself for lunch.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :5 Min

Cook Time : 7 Min

Total Time : 12 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 2
  • 1⁄2 couscous


  • 1⁄2 water


  • 1⁄2 cup frozen peas


  • 1⁄4 cumin seed


  • 1⁄4 turmeric


  • 1⁄2 olive oil


  • salt


  • black pepper

Directions

  • Bring water to a boil. Remove from heat.
  • Add couscous and salt and cover for five minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a pan, warm olive oil on medium heat.
  • Add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, black pepper and peas and saute for two minutes.
  • Add to couscous and mix, fluffing with a fork.
  • Drizzle olive oil on top, if needed.