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Spinach Couscous

Our Spinach Couscous is a seminola pasta naturally colored with spinach powder and alfalfa extract. It features the same light fluffy texture and quick cook time of our regular couscous and pairs perfectly with a wide range of flavors.

  • Pale green color
  • Cooks quickly
  • Mild, plain flavor
  • Kosher Certified

 

Basic Prep

Bring 1-1/4 cups water to a boil in medium saucepan with optional pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous and remove from heat. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

 

Suggested Uses

  • Cook and chill to use as a base for salads
  • Add to soups for texture and thickening
  • Serve with long-braised Moroccan stews, called tagine, featuring lamb, chicken or vegetables

 

Description

  • Middle Eastern couscous, also known as Israeli couscous, is a petite, pearl-shaped pasta made from durum wheat semolina flour. The word "couscous" derives from the Arabic word "kaskasa," meaning "to pound small." Middle Eastern couscous is used in a variety of dishes because of its sturdy, toothsome texture and how effectively it absorbs flavors.
  • Couscous is made from durum wheat flour called semolina that is moistened and rolled into form and then coated in finely ground wheat flour.
  • Traditional couscous is extremely labor-intensive to prepare and is usually steamed. The most prominent kind of couscous typically found in supermarkets today is the quick-cook type.
  • Couscous can be eaten alone flavored or plain, warm or cold, or as part of a side dish.  It is traditionally paired with meats and vegetables and served with a sauce. It provides a unique alternative to rice or pasta, due to its adaptability to a variety of flavor profiles.
  • In addition to being adopted and served throughout many cultures, couscous become extremely popular and has been adopted as a traditional dish.

 

Storage & handling

Store in a dry, cool place.

 

Ingredients

Durum semolina. Contains 2% or less of spinach powder and alfalfa extract (for color). Contains wheat.

Spinach Couscous

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