Couscous with sun-dried tomatoes
2 servings
10 minutes
Couscous with sun-dried tomatoes is a vibrant and aromatic dish of Moroccan cuisine that embodies the warmth of the sun and the richness of flavors. Couscous, a traditional North African grain, is complemented here by the rich, slightly sweet notes of sun-dried tomatoes and fragrant Mediterranean herbs. Spices and dried basil add expressiveness to the dish, while butter adds tenderness and silkiness to the texture. This couscous is an ideal accompaniment to meat or vegetable dishes but also works well as a light standalone meal. It is versatile, quick to prepare, and fills the kitchen with spicy, enticing aromas. The combination of ease of preparation and richness of flavors makes it an exquisite choice for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.
1
Prepare the ingredients.
2
Pour the couscous into a deep bowl.
- Couscous: 0.5 glass
3
Add dried basil to the cereal.
- Dried basil: 1 teaspoon
4
Add a mixture of Italian herbs.
- Italian Herbs: to taste
5
Add black ground pepper and salt.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
6
Place the tomatoes on the cutting board.
- Sun-dried tomatoes: 3 pieces
7
Cut the tomatoes into small pieces.
8
Pour boiling water over the grains.
- Boiling water: 0.8 glass
9
Cover with a lid and leave for 5 minutes.
10
After the set time, remove the lid.
11
Whisk the grain with a fork, mixing it with herbs.
12
Cut the butter.
- Butter: 1 piece
13
Add butter to the grain, let it melt slightly, then mix.
14
Add chopped tomatoes to the couscous.
- Sun-dried tomatoes: 3 pieces
15
Mix the ingredients thoroughly.