NATIONAL DISH OF ALGERIA
SAFFRON & RAISIN COUSCOUS with Fresh Mint



Serves 6
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup water
3/8 teaspoon saffron threads
3/4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
3/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cup couscous
0.188 cup raisins
2 1/4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Directions:

1) In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add the saffron. Remove from the heat, cover, and let 
stand for 30 minutes.

2) Return the pan to the heat, bring to a boil, and mix in the olive oil, salt, couscous, and raisins.
Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 30 minutes.

3)  Using a fork and your fingertips, fluff the couscous to separate the grains. Taste and adjust the
seasonings. Stir in the mint. Serve warm or at room temperature. 


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