Couscous with Pistachio and Golden Raisin

Couscous is an open palate - paint it.
1 cup couscous
1 cup water
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp olive oil

1/3 cup shelled roasted pistachios
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2-inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp olive oil

Bring the water, salt and oil to a boil in a small pot. Stir in the couscous, cover and remove from heat.

Meanwhile, saute the pistachios raisins, garlic and ginger in the butter and oil for about 8-10 minutes over medium-low heat.

After the couscous is cooked, fluff with a fork, or your fingers. Tip the couscous into the skillet with the pistachios and mix well. Pour out onto a serving platter or bowl.

Serves 4 as a side dish.