Moroccan Peanut Couscous with Peas

Moroccan Peanut Couscous with Peas

Prep Time 20 min
Cook Time 25 Min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
  • 2-3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup Laura Scudder's® Old Fashioned Nutty Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 10 oz. package frozen peas (tiny deluxe, if possible)
  • 1 cup couscous

Directions

  • Step 1

    HEAT canola oil in a 2-1/2 or 3 quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, and garlic.

  • Step 2

    COOK until just translucent. Add the broth and bring to a boil.

  • Step 3

    WHISK in the peanut butter and cumin. Blend well.

  • Step 4

    SEASON with salt and pepper as needed. Add peas and bring to a boil.

  • Step 5

    STIR in couscous and return to a boil, stirring constantly.

  • Step 6

    REMOVE from heat. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

  • Step 7

    FLUFF with a fork and serve. Enjoy!

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