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Orange Herb Couscous

Fresh Plum Concentrate adds an extra layer of complexity and caramelization of a simple pearl couscous preparation. This side dish…

Nutritional Facts

Per serving

Instructions

    Heat the oil in a medium pot. Add the couscous and cook briefly, about 1 minute. Add the concentrate, salt, herbs, and zest and cook until the couscous starts to become caramelized, about 1 minute (the concentrate will speed up caramelization).

    Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Lower to a gentle simmer and cook until the liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Ingredients

15 ml /1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

150 g / 1 cup pearled (Israeli) couscous

7.5 ml / 1 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Plum Concentrate

2 g / 1/2 teaspoon salt

10 g / 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped

1 g / 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped

1 g / 1 tablespoon fresh thyme

5 g / 1 tablespoon orange zest

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