How to Make Curried Israeli Couscous - A Step-by-Step Guide

Curried Israeli couscous is a flavorful and fragrant dish that combines the nutty taste of Israeli couscous with the bold flavors of curry and other aromatic spices. This versatile recipe can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests.

Israeli couscous, also known as pearl couscous, is a type of pasta that is shaped like tiny pearls. It has a chewy texture and a slightly nutty flavor, making it a grea...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • 2 cubes vegetable bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon yellow curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 2 cups pearl (Israeli) couscous
  • 2 ½ cups water

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, bouillon cubes, curry powder, and oregano. Cook, breaking up bouillon cubes, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add couscous and mix thoroughly.
  • Add water to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring frequently, until couscous is soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 9mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 76mg