Herb and Caper Couscous camp recipes Camping For Foodies

Presto Chango! That’s how I describe couscous. Why? Because it can be anything you want it to be—flavor-wise that is. It’s kind of a cross between rice and pasta but cooks by steaming so it is super simple to make. All you need to do is boil a liquid, take it off the heat, stir in the couscous, cover and let the liquid absorb…no timing, no tending…a camp cooks dream! On its own couscous is really bland; but that’s the beauty of it! You can build any flavor profile you want from this fast and easy food. Here I’ve added layers of flavor with a few ingredients to make this side dish a perfect pairing to your favorite protein. Here’s how you make it. Serves 4. Psst we’re compensated…see our disclosures.

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Herb and Caper Couscous camp recipes Camping For Foodies

Sauté the base

1 T butter
1 clove garlic-minced
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter then add the garlic. Stir until the garlic is softened.

Add the liquid, cover and bring to boil

1 c chicken broth

Stir in couscous, take off heat and cover

1 c couscous

Let the couscous stand covered until all the liquid is absorbed (usually about 5 minutes.)

Stir in more flavor just before serving; fluff with fork

3 T fresh chives-chopped
2 T capers

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