Apricot Ginger Couscous
A sweet & spicy side for the holiday table that's perfect with turkey, pork and Cornish hens.
- Cook Time : 10 Minutes
- Recipe Yield : 4 cups
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 5.8-ounce package NEAR EAST Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Couscous mix
- 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/2 cup raisins or 1/3 cup currants
- 1/3 cup sliced green onion
Preparation Steps
- In medium saucepan, combine 1-1/4 cups water, butter, ginger, cinnamon and contents of Spice Sack; bring to a boil.
- Stir in couscous, apricots, raisins and green onion. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff lightly with a fork.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 270, Total Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 400mg, Total Carbohydrate: 55g, Protein: 7g
Variations
To double recipe, prepare as directed in large saucepan, doubling ingredients, but not cook time.
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