ALGERIAN SAFFRON & RAISIN COUSCOUS WITH FRESH MINT

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Algerian Saffron & Raisin Couscous with Fresh Mint image

I often use chicken broth in place of plain water when making couscous. It just bumps it up a bit.

Provided by Annacia * @Annacia

Categories     Pasta Sides

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cup(s) water (may need a little more depending on your couscous
1/2 teaspoon(s) saffron
1 teaspoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
2 cup(s) couscous
1/4 cup(s) raisins
3 tablespoon(s) fresh mint, chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil and add the saffron. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 30 minutes. Return the pan to the heat, return to a boil, and mix in the olive oil, salt, couscous, and raisins. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in or top with the fresh mint. Serve and enjoy.

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