How To Cook Couscous

5 from 3 votes

Learn how to cook couscous in just 15 minutes. This easy couscous recipe makes a great side dish for stews and tagines, or the base for a salad.

Cook Time15

Total Time15

Course: Basic, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Moroccan

Servings:

Place the water in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil.
Add in the olive oil and salt.
Add the dry couscous and give it a stir. Cover with a lid and let the couscous sit for 15 minutes, undisturbed.
Uncover and fluff using a fork. Transfer to a plate and serve.

To make this recipe, you need fine couscous and not pearl couscous.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can reheat it in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoon water to avoid the couscous getting too dry.
Serve couscous with Moroccan tagine, saffron chicken or eggplant chickpea stew.