Best couscous recipes
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Get to know your couscous
How to: Couscous - FAQs
How to cook couscous?
Most commonly, the couscous you buy in stores is pre-made and instant, meaning you just need to add a small amount of water or stock and leave it for a few minutes until it’s absorbed the liquid and is soft enough to fluff up with your fork. Top tip, if you drizzle your couscous with a small amount of olive oil to help separate the grains.
What is couscous?
Couscous is a type of pasta made from semolina and wheat flour.
Is couscous gluten free?
No. Couscous is made from semolina, a grain of durum wheat.
How to cook pearl couscous?
Cooking pearl couscous - therwise known as Israeli couscous - takes a little longer to make. The best way to cook it is to add around 3-4 cups of water per 1 cup of couscous, bring to the boil and cook for around 7-8 minutes. Once this is done, you can serve it alone or mixed with salad and vegetables for a fresh, tasty side dish.