Steamed Couscous with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

1. 1

   Soak couscous in water to cover 10 minutes, then drain.

2. 2

   Steam couscous in a steamer (lined with cheesecloth if holes are large) set over 1 inch simmering water, tightly covered, 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer couscous to a bowl and fluff with a fork.

4. 4

   Pour 1 cup water over couscous and season with salt.

5. 5

   Let stand, uncovered, 10 minutes.

6. 6

   While couscous stands, toast pumpkin and fennel seeds in oil in a skillet over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until pumpkin seeds are puffed and beginning to pop, 4 to 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Season with salt.

8. 8

   Return couscous to steamer and steam, tightly covered, 20 minutes more.

9. 9

   Transfer couscous to bowl and toss with pumpkin and fennel seeds.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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