Vegetarian Couscous
A light, fluffy Mediterranean grain side dish featuring semolina couscous steeped in rich RC Liquid Vegetable Consommé Prep, infused with sautéed shallots, garlic, and a fresh herb bouquet of basil, parsley, and thyme.
Yield / Servings
8–10 Portions
Category
Sides / Grain Dishes
Ingredients
9 Components
Olive Oil
2 Tbsp.
Shallots Chopped
2 Tbsp.
Fresh Garlic Chopped
2 tsp.
RC Liquid Vegetable Consommé Prep
Prepared liquid broth
2½ cups
Dry Couscous
2 cups
Fresh Basil Chopped
1 tsp.
Fresh Parsley Chopped
1 Tbsp.
Fresh Thyme Chopped
1 tsp.
Kosher Salt & Black Pepper
To taste
Preparation Steps
1
Sauté Shallots & Garlic
Heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp. chopped shallots and 2 tsp. chopped garlic; sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until translucent and fragrant without browning.
2
Boil Consommé Broth
Pour in 2½ cups prepared RC Liquid Vegetable Consommé Prep. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil.
3
Add Couscous & Steep
Stir in 2 cups dry couscous. Stir briefly, cover tightly with a lid, immediately remove from heat, and allow to rest undisturbed for 5 minutes until liquid is fully absorbed.
4
Fold Fresh Herbs & Season
Uncover and fluff the couscous gently with a fork to separate grains. Add 1 tsp. chopped basil, 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley, and 1 tsp. chopped thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste, toss lightly, and serve warm.
Chef Notes & Consommé Advantage
Consommé Infusion Depth: Steeping semolina couscous directly in RC Liquid Vegetable Consommé Prep ensures every individual pearl is saturated with rich roasted mirepoix flavor, eliminating the need for complex vegetable broths.
Fresh Herb Integrity: Folding in the fresh basil, parsley, and thyme after the 5-minute steep preserves their vibrant green color and delicate essential oils, delivering a fresh garden aroma at the table.
Menu Customization: Serve as an elegant starch foundation for grilled Mediterranean vegetables, roasted poultry, pan-seared salmon, or stuffed eggplant.