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Saffron Couscous

Source of Recipe

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Recipe Introduction

servings 4 points 4.5

List of Ingredients

1 t Olive oil
2 Dry shallots or small onions, Minced
1 Clove of garlic, minced
1 1/2 c Chicken stock
1/8 t Crushed saffron threads
1 c Couscous
2 T Currants
1 T Chopped fresh parsley
pinch Ground white pepper


Recipe

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook shallots and garlic for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add stock and saffron.

Bring to a boil and stir in couscous; remove from heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in currants, parsley and pepper.

Per serving: 210calories, 6.8g protein, 1.9g fat, 41g carbohydrate, 1.3g fibre, 330mg sodium, 142mg potassium, 25mg calcium, 0.8mg iron.