Vertical Wine Bistro’s Israeli Couscous

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Discover the Best Israeli Couscous Recipe! Enjoy a 5-Star Dish at Vertical Wine Bistro in Pasadena, CA. This delicious couscous recipe features large, pearly couscous grains flavored with fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, and the exotic Moroccan spice blend ras el hanout. Get the perfect combination of tang and complexity in every bite. You can find ras el hanout at gourmet markets and many supermarkets.

Make this dish ahead of time for the flavors to fully develop, and pair it with a juicy grilled chicken for a complete meal. The chef at Vertical Wine Bistro recommends trying this must-try recipe today! Try it with Marinated Grilled Chicken - Recipe Here

Enjoy!

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  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ras el hanout
  • 1 (8.78-ounce) package Israeli couscous
  • Chicken or vegetable broth (typically 2 cups broth per 1 cup couscous, or as the package directs)
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green onion, sliced thin
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper

  1. In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-low heat. Add the white onion and ras el hanout and sweat until the onion is translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the couscous over low heat and stir for 3 minutes, then add the broth. Raise heat to bring to a boil, and cook until the couscous is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Spread the cooked couscous onto a shallow rimmed pan to cool, stirring occasionally.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the red and green onions, bell pepper, tarragon, mint, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and remaining oil along with the couscous, gently mixing with your hands to separate the couscous and fold together the ingredients. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to give the flavors time to marry. Remove from the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving to come to room temperature, and stir once more before serving.

Serves 8

Source: LA Times

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