Spicy Couscous

Submitted by English_Rose

"Fragrant with aromatic spices, this couscous makes a quickly prepared side dish - excellent with grilled lamb."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups chicken stock
• 13 ounces couscous
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 cardamom pods
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 ounce raisins
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

directions

1. Heat the stock until almost boiling.
2. Put the couscous in a glass bowl and pour in 2 cups of the stock.
3. Add the cinnamon, cardamom pods, allspice and a little freshly grated nutmeg. Mix gently with a fork, place a plate on top and leave for 20 minutes until the stock is absorbed.
4. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F
5. Loosen the couscous with a fork. Add the raisins, olive oil and remaining stock.
6. Cover with foil and place in the oven to keep warm until ready to eat.