Couscous with Currants, Dried Apricots and Pine Nut

Name: Couscous with Currants, Dried Apricots and Pine Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups couscous; 4 1/2 cups boiling water or chicken broth; 3/4 cup dried currants; 1 cup dried apricots, diced; 3/4 cup toasted pine nuts; Zest of a lemon; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt and pepper; Cayenne, to taste; 5 to 6 scallions, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely sliced

Servings: persons

3 cups couscous
4 1/2 cups boiling water or chicken broth
3/4 cup dried currants
1 cup dried apricots, diced
3/4 cup toasted pine nuts
Zest of a lemon
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
Cayenne, to taste
5 to 6 scallions, thinly sliced
3/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely sliced

1
In a large bowl combine couscous and boiling water.
2
Cover with plastic wrap and allow to steam for 5 minutes.
3
Fluff couscous with a fork, breaking apart clumps with fingertips.
4
Stir in currants, apricots, and pine nuts and set aside.
5
In a small bowl whisk together the zest, juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and cayenne.
6
Drizzle mixture over the couscous and toss to combine.
7
Couscous can be made up to this point 1 to 2 days in advance.
8
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate.
9
Stir in the scallions.
10
Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with mint.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 cups couscous, 4 1/2 cups boiling water or chicken broth, 3/4 cup dried currants, 1 cup dried apricots, diced, and more.

Yes, Couscous with Currants, Dried Apricots and Pine Nuts 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.

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Couscous with Currants, Dried Apricots and Pine Nuts

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Variations & substitutions

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