Its soft and fluffy texture is perfect for soaking up the flavors of other ingredients and spices it’s paired with, and there are countless recipes where it can be included. Lamb couscous ...

This salad mixes couscous with crisp veggies like cucumber, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Throw in some olives and feta cheese for that true Mediterranean feel. Just toss it all with olive oil, lemon ...

Couscous originated 2,000 years ago in northwest Africa. One of its nutrients is selenium, a mineral and antioxidant that ...

Couscous certainly looks like a grain, cooks like a grain, and is often served like a grain, but its ingredient list tells us it has more in common with pastina than it does with quinoa.

Traditional couscous can be bought in Britain, but needs pre-soaking and takes a long time to cook – it’s usually steamed. Quick-cook couscous is more readily available and more convenient ...

I always keep couscous in my pantry for emergencies. This dish was born out of my love for cream. I wanted to see what happens when I cook couscous in cream—the result was a shortcut risotto! Want to ...

Most packages of couscous promise that “the whole operation, from box to bowl, takes about five minutes,” said Marcus Walser in Cook’s Illustrated. But the results are usually “similar to ...

Cook couscous according to package instructions, but season cooking water with ¾ teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon ...