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Israeli Couscous with Spinach, Mushrooms and White Wine

Name: Israeli Couscous with Spinach Mushrooms and White Wine
Prep time: PT4.5M
Cook time: PT10.5M
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Israel
Ingredients: Israeli couscous 1 Cup; Israeli Olive oil; water 2 Cup; Dead sea Salt and pepper to taste; Shallot, sliced 1; Garlic, minced 2 Cloves; Cremini mushrooms, sliced 6; White wine [Israeli wine preferred] 1/3 Cup; Handfuls spinach 2; Squeeze of lemon juice

Couscous is a comfort food found in homes across Israel. It is simple, delicious, and there are many options for variations. We wanted to share a special recipe that uses simple ingredients to make a very interesting version of this Israeli hit that you’re family will love!

serves:

Difficulty:

4 / 10

cook time:

15 min

Ingredients

Israeli couscous 1 Cup

Israeli Olive oil

water 2 Cup

Dead sea Salt and pepper to taste

Shallot, sliced 1

Garlic, minced 2 Cloves

Cremini mushrooms, sliced 6

White wine [Israeli wine preferred] 1/3 Cup

Handfuls spinach 2

Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1

Using 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan, brown the couscous over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until al dente. Set aside.

Step 2

Add one tablespoon of olive oil to a saucepan over low-medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms, shallot, garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Saute for 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add white wine, raise the temperature to medium-high and cook for a further 5 minutes. Add the spinach and keep on the heat until the spinach is wilted.

Step 4

Add the couscous to the vegetables and mix completely, keeping the heat on for another minute. Dress with a squeeze of lemon and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately.

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