Saffron and Raisin Couscous with Fresh Mint- National Dish of Algeria

Ingredients

2 cups water
½ teaspoon saffron
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups couscous
¼ cup raisins
3 Tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Procedure:

1. In a saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water
   to a boil and add the saffron.

2. Remove from the heat, cover, and let
   stand for 30 minutes.

3. Return the pan to the heat, return to a
   boil, and mix in the olive oil, salt, couscous,
   and raisins.

4. Remove from the heat, cover, and let
   stand for 30 minutes.

5. Top with the fresh mint.

Makes 8 servings.

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