Couscous Pilaf With Shallots, Garlic And Almonds - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsalted butter (I use less)
2 cups couscous
3 shallots, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup water
1 cup vegetable broth (low-sodium)
1 teaspoon table salt
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted (I use a bit less)
1/4 cup parsley, fresh minced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Heat butter in saucepan over medium-high heat. When foaming subsides, add couscous and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Add shallots and cook until softened and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Mix in water, broth and salt; stir briefly to combine; then cover and remove pan from heat.
Let stand until grains are tender, about 7 minutes. Uncover and fluff grains with fork. Stir in almonds, parsley, lemon juice and zest. Season to taste and serve.