Israeli Couscous with Spinach, Mushrooms and White Wine
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!
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.