Large pearl (a.k.a. Israeli) couscous and green peas are cooked in flavorful broth for an easy, delicious side dish. Like so many dishes, this one is best when made with Homemade Broth, but it works just fine with packaged broth too (although you may not need to add salt in that case).
Possible garnishes include freshly shredded parmesan or other hard, grating cheese, a crumble of feta cheese, freshly chopped herbs, or a drizzle of flavored olive oil or nut oils.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil or butter
- 2 cups pearl couscous (a.k.a. Israeli couscous)
- 1 1/2 cups shelled green peas
- 3 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation:
- Heat oil or melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add couscous and cook, stirring, until turning brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add peas and broth, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook until broth is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot or warm, plain or garnished with cheese, herbs, or flavored oil.
Makes 6 servings Pearl Couscous & Peas.
