The couscous is a recipe which is not so common on Colombian tables, but its rich flavor and ease of preparation make it an appetizing and stylish dish.
Couscous is a food of Asian origin, which was the result of the Arab invasion of Spain. It is said that African cuisine also took its heritage and made it popular in the rest of the planet. This food made from wheat semolina is usually a delight within vegetarian and vegan diets, although there is also a version in which it is combined with red meat or chicken.
If you are thinking of making recipes with ground meat that are delicious or you are going to venture to experiment with Arabic food and more exactly with couscous, then this recipe that we are going to show you next will make you want to repeat it often and that your guests come to your house to try this delicacy.
Quick and easy couscous recipe
Let’s cook it was said! It is your time to shine because by following these simple steps that we are going to give you below, you will be able to prepare a delicious couscous and that will be the main reason for everyone to want to come to your house to eat:
Preparation time15 minutesCooking time 12 minutesCategorySide sideCookingArabicKeywordsSalty, creamy, foodFor how many people6ServingMediumCalories184Fat5.1 g
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- One and a half cups of couscous
- Two and a half cups of water or chicken broth
- Salt to taste
Preparation
Step 1. Sauté
In a pressure cooker pour a teaspoon of butter to melt and then add the teaspoon of oil. Once the oil has taken some temperature, add the couscous and mix it very well for two minutes.
Step 2. Hydrate
After this time, add the water or, failing that, the chicken broth. Also, add salt to taste while stirring all the ingredients so that they are perfectly integrated. Close the pressure cooker and let it cook there for 8 minutes. At the end of this time, let the pot get all the air out and open it. Add a teaspoon of butter to the couscous and mix very well.
Step 3. Serve
Your couscous is ready to serve and you only have to accompany it with any type of vegetable and/or protein that you like, since its flavor is very neutral and goes well with any food. Ready, feast and enjoy every bite.
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