Couscous with steamed carrots and peppers

Ingredients

• 230 g Couscous, dry
• 1 pcs Carrot, cut to slices
• 1 pcs Red bell pepper, cut to cubes
• 230 ml Water
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 sprig Fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp Thyme, dried, crushed
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Method

1. Heat water and oil in sauce pot and bring just to a boil.
2. Place the couscous, herbs, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl, then pour over the boiling water.
3. Cover the bowl with cling film, then leave for 5 mins until the couscous has swelled up and absorbed all of the water.
4. Ruffle with a fork to separate the grains.
5. Meanwhile, fill another sauce pot with 4cm water.
6. Place over the steaming basket and bring the water to a simmer.
7. Place the bell pepper and carrots in steaming basket and steam for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
8. Stir the couscous with fork to flake and transfer in a bowl.
9. Add the veggies and additionally season with spices.
10. Drizzle with olive oil and serve.