Couscous

Couscous is a light, fluffy pasta made from semolina wheat. It cooks quickly and is a versatile ingredient that pairs well with vegetables, meats, seafood, herbs, and spices in a variety of dishes.

Store dry couscous in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Once cooked, refrigerate in a sealed container and consume within 3–4 days

• ½ cup (about 85 g) dry couscous per person as a side dish.

• Add ½ cup boiling water or stock to ½ cup couscous, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

• Season with herbs, spices, butter, or olive oil to taste.