French couscous typically refers to a dish made with steamed granules of semolina wheat, often served with a variety of meats, vegetables, and rich sauces. It is a staple in North African cuisine but has been popularized in France, especially in regions with significant North African communities. The dish is often accompanied by a spiced broth and can include ingredients like lamb, chicken, or chickpeas. While couscous itself is simple, its preparation and presentation can be quite elaborate, reflecting a blend of culinary traditions.
The couscous, and the couscous de poulet (chicken couscous) are not French, they are north African recipes.
It's an Arab dish
No, couscous is from Morocco.
No, dry couscous has 650 calories, where as cooked couscous have 176.
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couscous is the name of an Arab meal made of broken grains of wheat
Traditional ingredients used in preparing French couscous include semolina wheat, vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, and onions, as well as meat such as lamb or chicken. Additionally, spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon are commonly used to flavor the dish.
never couscous is gross
Couscous, Tagine
There is actually no starch in couscous.
There are mainly two types of couscous available in the market: Moroccan couscous, which is smaller and more traditional, and Israeli couscous, which is larger and pearl-shaped.
The common serving size for cooked couscous is 1 cup.