Couscous with Saffron, Shrimp, and Pesto песто ™

Ingredients:

2 Person | 40 min | Easy

  • Couscous: 280 g
  • Hot water: 320 g
  • Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
  • White wine: 1 small glass
  • Garlic: 1 clove
  • Parsley: 1 bunch
  • Shrimp (peeled): 400 g
  • Pesto alla Genovese: 200 g
  • Basil leaf: to taste
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Preparation:

  • Prepare the couscous: In a large bowl, pour the couscous and cover it with salted hot water. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Season the couscous: Add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and fluff the couscous with a fork. Set aside.
  • Prepare the aromatic mix: Peel the garlic, wash and dry the parsley, then finely chop both.
  • Cook the shrimp: In a skillet, heat a drizzle of oil and add the aromatic mix and the shrimp. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the white wine and let it evaporate.
  • Combine the ingredients: Season the couscous with the pesto and the shrimp. Add a few torn pieces of basil leaf.
  • Serve: Serve the dish immediately or chilled.