RED WINE COUSCOUS

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Here is an easy, quick way to add flavor to plain couscous. The red wine gives the couscous a pretty, reddish-purple color, but feel free to use white wine if you prefer it.

Provided by periwinklejenn

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 -2 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup couscous, uncooked
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup red wine
3/4 cup water
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine garlic and olive oil in small saucepan with tight-fitting lid. Add red pepper flakes if desired. Cook briefly over medium heat, until garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Add couscous to pan. Saute over medium heat until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Add capers, red wine, and water. Season with salt and pepper to paste.
  • Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and remove from heat; let stand 4-5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.6, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 134, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5.7

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