Name: Perfect Fluffy Couscous
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 to 6
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 1¾ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (or water); ½ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1½ cups (10 oz) instant couscous

steamed couscous in bowl with plaid linen napkin.

Perfect Fluffy Couscous

This quick and easy couscous recipe is perfect for soaking up sauces or rounding out a weeknight meal. Bonus–it’s on the table in under 10 minutes!

Servings: 4 to 6

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Total Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

1¾ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (or water)
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1½ cups (10 oz) instant couscous

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring the water (or broth), salt, butter, and oil to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover tightly with a lid, and remove from heat. Let the couscous steam for 5 minutes. Use a fork to fluff the couscous and break up any clumps. Serve warm.
Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The couscous can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, reheat it in the microwave until hot.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (6 servings)
Calories: 226
Fat: 5g
Saturated fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Sodium: 220mg
Cholesterol: 5mg