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A great alternative to rice is couscous, the food so nice they named it twice. Couscous has been a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern diets for centuries. It’s lighter and fluffier than rice and when eaten, it does not leave you with that overstuffed feeling. When accompanied by a finely seasoned piece of salmon, it makes for a symphony of delight and flavor in your taste buds that will have you asking for second and third helpings.

Seasoned Salmon over Raisin Couscous

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 pieces salmon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dill
• 10 oz couscous
• ½ cup raisins
• 2 ¼ cups water or stock preferably fish or vegetable
• ½ cup crumbled feta

Method

 

For the salmon

1. Mix the salt, pepper, and dill in a bowl
2. Season both sides of the salmon with the spices
3. Add butter to pan and set to medium flame
4. Cook the salmon for 5 minutes on each side
5. For the couscous
6. Add the water, or stock, into a sauce pan over a medium-high heat
7. Wait until it starts to boil
8. Add the couscous and stir. Let cook for a little
9. Add the raisins and feta and stir once more
10. When water has evaporated, remove from heat and let sit. At this point it will be nice and fluffy.
11. Plate the couscous and add the salmon on top

Notes

Cook time: about 5 minutes for the couscous and 10 minutes for the salmon.