Peach Couscous Recipe

Name: Peach Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Couscous; 2/3 cup whole wheat couscous; 2/3 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Sauce; 2 tablespoons butter; 4 shallots or 1/2 medium onion, diced; 4 quarters preserved fresh lemon rind, minced; 2 peaches, diced; 1 tablespoon honey

Servings: persons

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["Couscous:", "Preheat oven or toaster oven to 400 degrees.", "Place couscous in oven-proof container.", "Heat chicken broth to boiling in microwave or on stovetop, then stir into couscous; allow to sit for 10-15 minutes.", "Gently fluff couscous with fork and stir in olive oil until all the grains are coated evenly. You can use a fork or your fingers.", "Place couscous in the pre-heated oven to ""toast"" for another 10-15 minutes.", "Sauce:", "While the couscous is absorbing the chicken broth, melt butter in medium pan over medium-low heat. Brown shallots or onion.", "Just before you put the couscous in the oven to toast, add preserved lemon and peaches to shallots and butter, allowing the sugars to caramelize slightly.", "Depending on how juicy the peaches are, you may need to add small quantities of water to keep the juices from burning and to keep the sauce appropriately liquid.", "Stir honey into the sauce just before the couscous is done toasting.", "Turn the couscous out onto plates and ladle the sauce over it."]

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Couscous, 2/3 cup whole wheat couscous, 2/3 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Peach Couscous 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.

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Peach Couscous

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