Couscous With Pistachios, Scallions and Currants

Submitted by Robin Hanahan

"Recipe from Gourmet Magazine. Super yummy, and super easy! Kids love it, too!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup currants
• 1 1⁄2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup couscous
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 pinches cinnamon
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup sliced scallion
• 1⁄2 cup pistachios
• 2 tablespoons parsley

directions

1. In a small bowl, cover currants with hot water. Let sit and plump for 15 minutes. In a saucepan heat the chicken broth and butter to a boil. Stir in the couscous. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, make the dressing: whisk together the lemon juice, cinnamon and olive oil. When the couscous is done, transfer it to a bowl and break up the lumps with a fork. Drain currants and add to the couscous. Stir in the scallions, pistachios and parsley. Toss the couscous with the dressing and serve.