Couscous Coquettes Recipe

Name: Couscous Coquettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 3/4 c. couscous; 1/4 c. raisins; 1/4 c. chopped onion; 1 medium carrot, shredded; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 eggs; 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley or 1 1/2 tsp. fresh mint; 1 1/2 c. water or vegetable broth; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 c. chopped celery; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 1/4 c. soft bread crumbs

Servings: persons

3/4 c. couscous
1/4 c. raisins
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1 Tbsp. fresh parsley or 1 1/2 tsp. fresh mint
1 1/2 c. water or vegetable broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. chopped celery
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 1/4 c. soft bread crumbs

1
Cook couscous in skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring constantly.
2
Add water, raisins and salt.
3
Bring to a boil, remove from heat and let stand 5 to 10 minutes, covered.
4
In small pan, cook onion and garlic in the olive oil; add carrots and celery and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
5
In large bowl, beat eggs, stir in couscous, carrot mix, bread crumbs, parsley or mint. Shape into 1/3 cup measure and unmold on baking sheet.
6
Flatten, cover and chill at least an hour (up to 24 hours).
7
They hold shape better when chilled longer.
8
Cook in a little oil 5 to 7 minutes until crispy and brown.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. couscous, 1/4 c. raisins, 1/4 c. chopped onion, 1 medium carrot, shredded, and more.

Yes, Couscous Coquettes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Couscous Coquettes

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