TWISTD Flavour Co. East Indian Spiced Cous Cous jar, 1.5kg (Pack of 2)

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Shallots– A mild onion flavor, I just use one, but any type of onion can be substituted or omitted altogether. Yes, you can cook couscous using your microwave. All you do is heat the broth or water in a large bowl in the microwave (about 5 minutes or so). Couscous is actually a very small pasta, but many people confuse it as a rice. It was actually the first “one dish pasta” if you will, only adding enough liquid to cook the pasta without any excess and draining, like most pasta dishes are prepared. Instant Couscous: Convenient and easy, regular couscous, quinoa, rice, or gluten-free couscous can be used as alternatives. Peppadew Peppers

Couscous is one of the most convenient Mediterranean pantry staples, and it makes a great side dish in a snap!

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You can absolutely serve your couscous plain at this point. Or, feel free to add a little seasoning of your choice and some fresh herbs. I added a pinch of ground cumin, chopped parsley, dill, and green onions. I also added a couple of garlic cloves that have been minced and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil. Put 1 cup of broth (or water) in a sauce pan. Add a small drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Bring water to a boil.

Stir the toasted couscous in the boiling water. Cover the sauce pan and remove from heat or turn the heat off immediately. Let the couscous sit undisturbed for about 10 minutes until it has absorbed all the water. Uncover and fluff with a fork. Taste and adjust salt to your liking. But people often wonder which family couscous belongs to. Is it another grain like farro, bulgur, or rice? Or is it a pasta? Fluff the couscous and jazz it up with flavor! When the couscous is ready, fluff it up with a clean fork. If you like, add a little spice or some fresh herbs to infuse more flavor. Grab my 5 important tips and watch the video for this recipe! What is Couscous? Is couscous a grain or a pasta? Dried busiate is also available in the market but most families in Sicily prefer using the fresh ones, which are often homemade. Busiate is best used with the famous pesto alla Trapanese sauce, as well as fish-based sauces, which is quite popular in seafood-rich island of Sicily. 80. LASAGNE VERDIRed Onion: Choose medium red onions for a sweet, vibrant flavor, or substitute with yellow or white ones. Once you add the flavor makers of your choice, give the couscous another toss to combine, and transfer to a serving platter. Enjoy! Olive Oil: Use extra virgin olive oil for flavor and health benefits, or opt for milder oils like canola or sunflower. Food that is made of flour and eggs or water and molded into strings or other shapes, a.k.a. noodles, has been around for millennia. In one of the most popular theories of how pasta came to be in Italy, it is said that Marco Polo, the famous Venetian explorer, brought the noodles he found from China to Italy. Make Ahead & Storage: This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave or in a saucepan. I like to add a splash of liquid and after it is heated, toss with a small amount of oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.