Israeli Couscous With Pine Nuts And Fresh Parsley

Name: Israeli Couscous With Pine Nuts And Fresh Parsley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 1/2 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup shallot, finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups israeli couscous; 1/2 large cinnamon stick; 1 bay leaf (fresh if you have it!); 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced; 1/2 lemon, zest of; 1/4 cup raisins; fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup shallot, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups israeli couscous
1/2 large cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf (fresh if you have it!)
1 3/4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/2 lemon, zest of
1/4 cup raisins
fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

1
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
2
Add pine nuts and stir until golden brown. Transfer to a small bowl.
3
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the same pan over medium heat.
4
Add shallots and saute until golden. Add couscous, cinnamon stick and bay leaf, stirring until couscous browns slightly.
5
Add broth and salt then bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes.
7
Remove pan from heat and stir in the fresh parsley, pine nuts and lemon zest.
8
Optional: add the raisins for a savory/sweet taste.
9
Season with fresh cracked black pepper to taste.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 tablespoons butter, divided, 1/2 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup shallot, finely chopped, 1 1/2 cups israeli couscous, and more.

Yes, Israeli Couscous With Pine Nuts And Fresh Parsley falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!