Couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) unsalted butter
1 cup fine mirepoix
1 tablespoon (4 or 5 cloves) minced garlic
3 cups couscous (the quick kind)
3 cups chicken stock, heated
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Salt
Freshly ground white pepper
  1. In a large saucepan or a wok, heat the olive oil and butter. Sweat the mirepoix and the garlic for 2 or 3 minutes. Add the couscous and coat well. Pour in the stock and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. Stir in the mint and mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste and keep warm.
Serves 8.

To Prepare Ahead: Through step 1, about 1 hour before serving, keeping warm until needed.


From "Wolfgang Puck's Adventures in the Kitchen" by Wolfgang Puck



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