3tablespoonsunsalted butterroom temperature, cut into small pieces
1tablespoonfreshly grated lemon zest
1tablespoonlemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
For non-instant couscous, place the couscous into a large bowl. Fill a stock pot or large pasta pot 3/4 of the way with water. Bring water to a boil. Pour the couscous into the boiling water and stir. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes until the couscous is tender. Stir in the dried figs. Drain immediately. Toss the couscous with butter, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper, just until the butter melts.
Notes
Recipe from Joanne Weir. Valley Fig Growers is a proud sponsor of Joanne Weir’s Cooking Class TV series, airing on public television stations nationwide.