HERBED COUSCOUS CAKES WITH CHEESE

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I am always on the lookout for unique couscous recipes. It's so easy to make but DH thinks it's bland. I saw Giada make cakes one day with the couscous so that inspired me to create my own. This was a hit with my family. I served them with sauteed mushrooms with a garlic, wine sauce and Recipe #222254 for one of the most delicious meals. One note, I always prepare the couscous in chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor but it can also be done in vegetable broth. Add more cheese/herbs or a different variety according to your tastes. I think feta and oregano would be great.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cooked couscous
2 green onions, minced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh basil, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons flour
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, using your hands, mix the couscous, eggs, parsley, onions, basil, cheese, lemon zest, and salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the mixture with the flour and mix again.
  • Form the cakes to the size you want, I made cakes about 2" round.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet and fry the cakes until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on the first side and 2 minutes on the other side.
  • Remove from the pan and let them drain on paper towels to remove some of the oil before plating up.
  • Salt and pepper again to taste.

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