SERVES 4-6
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves,minced
2 cups couscous
1 cup water
1 cup chicken broth
Salt and pepper
1 cup sliced almonds,toasted
6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
4 scallions,sliced thin
3 tbsp lemon juice
- Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium high heat.Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add couscous and cook, stirring frequently, until grains begin to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add water, broth, and 1 tsp salt; stir briefly to combine, then cover and remove pan from heat. Let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 7 minutes. Uncover and fluff couscous with fork.
- Whisk almonds, oil, parsley, scallions, and lemon juice together in large bowl. Stir in couscous until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve
