Mushroom Couscous With Moroccan Flavors

This makes a great side dish for steak. Vegetable broth can be substituted to make this a vegetarian dish.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1  small onion, thinly sliced
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  cup beef broth
• 1⁄2-3⁄4 teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄8 teaspoon saffron thread
•  salt & pepper, to taste
• 3⁄4 cup  instant couscous, uncooked

Directions

1. Heat oil over medium heat then add mushrooms, onion, & garlic, saute till tender.
2. Pour in the broth & spices the simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat & stir in the couscous.
3. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes then fluff with a fork. Serve alone or as a side dish.