Couscous Pilaf Recipe

Couscous Pilaf Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
• 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
• 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
• 1 cup couscous
• 2 cups water
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds

Method

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat
2. Add the onion, cover and cook until softened, 5minutes
3. Add the carrot and cook, uncovered, 3 minutes longer
4. Stir in the peas, apricots, cranberries, couscous and water
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste
6. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and cover with a lid
7. Set aside for 10 minutes
8. Transfer pilaf to a serving bowl, stir in the parsley and almonds and serve immediately

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