Pearl (Israeli) Couscous With Garam Masala and Pine Nuts

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 shallot, peeled and minced
• 1 carrot, peeled and coarsely shredded
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup israeli couscous

Directions

1. 1

   Heat a medium skillet over med-high heat and add pine nuts. Swirl in pan until they begin to brown. BE CAREFUL NOT TO BURN.

2. 2

   Set aside to cool.

3. 3

   In a heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and saute shallot and carrot for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice and garam masala.

4. 4

   Add broth to pan and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Reduce heat and cover pan. Simmer 8-10 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

6. 6

   Put in serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts.