Shake off the weeknight dinner doldrums with something a little out of the ordinary. This couscous with pine nuts and currants is ridiculously easy to make… in practically no time. It is flavorful and versatile enough to serve as a side with many types of dishes. Of course, it pairs perfectly with a wide variety of Mediterranean recipes.
Before you start:
Toast the pine nuts in advance by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook them, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until they become lightly toasted and fragrant.
Couscous with Pine Nuts and Currants
photos and styling by sam henderson
A quick, tasty side for your Mediterranean dishes.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time20 min
- Yield6 servings
The ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¾ cup shallots, minced
- 3 cups chicken stock
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ cups dry couscous
- ½ cup pine nuts, toasted
- ¼ cup currants
The Method:
1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook for 3 minutes or until softened and lightly browned.
2
Add chicken stock, salt, and pepper. Increase heat to high and bring liquid to a boil. Remove the skillet from heat and add couscous. Stir just enough to fully incorporate the couscous. Cover the pan and let it rest for 10 minutes.
3
Add pine nuts and currants and toss lightly with a fork.
4
Serve warm.
