This fusion dish takes inspiration from egg fried rice but uses Israeli (pearl) couscous instead of rice.    Unlike regular couscous, pearl couscous is a pasta formed into tiny balls, like very small peas.  It is toasted, not just dried, which gives it a nutty flavor and a great texture that plays nicely against sauces.   A lot of people aren't sure what to do with it, but if you think of it as a pasta, the uses will suddenly seem unlimited.  Mix in goat cheese and pine nuts, add sauteed vegetables and a sauce, or stir in fresh herbs and Parmesan.  The first time I ever had pearl couscous, I fell in love with it.  However, it wasn't that easy to find.  I had to drive to an out of the way market and stock up on a few boxes.  Now that Trader Joe's carries it,  it's easy!

If you want to make a regular egg fried rice, just substitute cooked rice (brown, white, or a medley) and steamed broccoli florets.  Whether in this dish, or in a regular egg fried rice, make sure you pay attention to how you cook the egg.  Don't overcook the egg or it will become tough and plasticy.  Just let it set up and then quickly stir in the other ingredients.  The egg will be done cooking by the time you've combined and stir-fried everything else. 

Couscous Bowl

1 12 oz box of Israeli Couscous (about 1 1/3 cups dry pearl couscous)
12 oz Broccoli Florets (5 cups of broccoli florets)
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp sesame oil
4 eggs
2 cloves garlic, crushed or 2 cubes Frozen Crushed Garlic
1 1/2 cups Shelled Edamame
1 cup sliced green onion
2 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari

Sprinkle on extra soy sauce to taste when serving, optional

1.) Prepare couscous according to package instructions, but add broccoli florets to the pot during the last 5 minutes (just toss them on top and put the lid back on).  Allow the broccoli to steam in the pot along with the couscous until both are done.
2.) In a non-stick skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat..  Beat together the eggs and sesame oil in a small bowl, then pour into skillet.  The egg will spread out in the pan.  Cook only for about 30 seconds, just until it starts to set up, and then use a wooden spatula to push the eggs to one side, breaking it up. 
3.) Quickly toss the garlic into the exposed part of the pan.  Add couscous and broccoli and stir-fry for an additional minute. 
4.) Add edamame and green onions.  Sprinkle in the soy sauce and stir to combine.

Serves 4 as a meal, 6-8 as a side