Quick-cooking couscous is ideal for putting together easy sides and main courses with a variety of ingredients.
Here’s a great example of what my colleague Daniela Galarza calls “couscous with stuff on top.” In this case, it’s a sweet and tart version of Sicilian eggplant caponata made on a sheet pan. A dollop of goat cheese melts enticingly into the warm dish for creamy luxury.
As my colleague Ann Maloney says of this main course, “toasted couscous gets tossed in a wonderfully tart and just a tiny bit spicy mixture of extra-virgin olive oil, pepperoncini brine and minced garlic.” Next comes cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, chopped parsley and your favorite smoked fish.Here’s a quick, affordable and satisfying side that can be tweaked to suit a variety of ingredients or accompany a wide range of dishes.