Israeli Couscous with Herbs
This simple and flavorful Israeli couscous, also known as ptitim, makes a wonderful side dish for almost any meal. It's lightly toasted then simmered in vegetable broth until tender, and finished with fresh herbs.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 295 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 1.5 cupisraeli couscous
- 3 cupvegetable broth
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 0.25 cupparsley, fresh, chopped
- 2 tbspdill, fresh, chopped
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsplemon juice(optional)
Equipment
saucepan · fork
The method
Step by step
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or pot over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 2
Add the Israeli couscous to the pan and toast, stirring frequently, until lightly golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
About 4 min
Cook’s note: Toasting the couscous adds a deeper, nuttier flavor.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4
Pour in the vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
About 3 min
- 5
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is tender.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Avoid lifting the lid too often to allow the couscous to steam properly.
- 6
Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: This resting period allows the couscous to fully absorb any remaining liquid and become fluffy.
- 7
Fluff the couscous with a fork, then stir in the fresh parsley and dill.
About 1 min
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, stir in the lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 295.1kcal
- Protein
- 9.5g
- Carbs
- 53.7g
- Fat
- 4.2g
- Fibre
- 3.5g
- Sugar
- 0.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Israeli couscous in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out.
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