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Couscous Recipes

If you’re looking for quick and easy inspiration, our couscous recipes are the perfect way to refresh your menu. As couscous cooks in just a few minutes, it's the ideal ingredient for whipping up a delicious, satisfying meal in no time.

Chipotle Pork Couscous Bowl

with Sweetcorn and Soured Cream

Honey Harissa King Prawns and Spinach

with Greek Style Cheese and Couscous Salad

Chermoula Spiced Beef and Couscous

with Spinach and Greek Style Yoghurt

Pomegranate Glazed Halloumi and Butternut Bowl

with Harissa Couscous, Wild Rocket, Pine Nuts and Courgette

Harissa Beef and Chickpea Stew

with Buttery Couscous and Cheese

Pomegranate Glazed Halloumi and Butternut Salad

with Harissa Couscous, Charred Red Onion and Courgette

Halloumi & Chermoula-spiced Couscous (v)

with Roasted Vegetables with Coriander and Lemon Oil

Chermoula Roasted Butternut and Couscous Salad

with Harissa, Cheese and Garlic Yoghurt Drizzle

Peri Peri Squash on Caramelised Onion Couscous

with Spicy Herb Soured Cream and Greek Style Cheese

Glazed Halloumi and Jewelled Pearl Couscous Salad

with Fig Jam, Pomegranate, Pistachios and Yoghurt

Lamb Koftas in Harissa Sauce

with Couscous and Baby Leaf Salad

Spiced Harissa Beef Stew and Couscous

with Spinach and Greek Yoghurt

Middle Eastern Style Roasted Butternut Squash Bowl

with Pearl Couscous, Charred Greens and Greek Style Cheese

Herby Chicken Thighs and Chermoula Couscous

with Honey Roasted Carrots and Yoghurt

Indian Style Spiced Chicken on Coriander Couscous

with Mango Chutney and Mustard Seed Green Beans

Honey Sumac Halloumi Skewers Mezze Platter

with Couscous, Zesty Tahini Yoghurt Sauce, Flatbreads and Roasted Aubergine Tomato Salad

Honey Harissa Squash and Pepper Couscous

with Greek Style Salad Cheese and Walnuts

Chipotle Chicken Stew

with Couscous and Sweetcorn

Harissa Chicken and Couscous

with Spinach and Greek Style Yoghurt

Honey Harissa Chicken and Spinach

with Greek Style Cheese and Couscous Salad

Curried Beef & Chickpea Naan

with Spiced Beef Kofta and Jewelled Couscous Salad

Spiced Roasted Broccoli on Zhoug Couscous

with Pepper, Greek Style Salad Cheese and Flaked Almonds

Falafel Mezze Bowl

with Honey Roasted Aubergine and Zhoug Couscous

Chermoula Aubergine & Mushroom Stew

with Couscous, Feta and Courgette Salad

You-Make-Me-Cuckoo Chicken

with Chorizo and Couscous Salad

Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

with Chimichurri and Tomato & Pepper Couscous Tabbouleh

Serdakh: Georgian Style Braised Aubergines

with Herby Couscous and Greek Style Cheese

Blistered Padron Pepper and Pearl Couscous Bowl

with Espinacas con Garbanzos, Garden Salad and Greek Style Cheese

Warming Harissa and Double Chorizo Pearl Couscous Bowl

with Baby Leaf Salad, Greek Style Cheese and Courgette

Cashew Curried Chickpea Couscous Bowl

with Fresh Mint, Greek Style Yoghurt and Cashew Butter

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What is Couscous?

What is Couscous?

Originating from North Africa, couscous has earned its rightful place as a most beloved dish around the globe. Renowned for its versatility, couscous is perfect in aromatic Moroccan tagines, zesty Mediterranean salads, indulgent Tunisian stews, and so much more. Not only is it the perfect accompaniment to meat and fish dishes, but it’s also a staple in many vegetarian recipes too.

In this couscous recipe collection, we invite you to explore the versatility and rich history of this ancient staple that has captivated palates across cultures for centuries. You’ll soon learn that couscous is by far one of the quickest and easiest ingredients to cook; make sure to read on for step-by-step instructions on how to cook couscous, no matter which variety you have in your pantry.

Couscous is a traditional North African side dish made from semolina and wheat flour. Not too dissimilar to tiny pasta - it's known for its simple flavour and versatility to work well with meat, fish and vegetables. Typically, couscous is sold pre-cooked, dried and super easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for those wanting to whip up a quick lunch or dinner.

What Types of Couscous are Available?

What Types of Couscous are Available?

There are different types of couscous available on the market - the most common being Moroccan couscous (the smallest size), Israeli couscous (also known as pearl couscous or giant couscous), and Lebanese couscous (which takes the longest to cook).

Then, you’ve also got maftoul, which is a type of large couscous made from a mixture of whole wheat flour and white flour around bulgur wheat, with a hint of nutty flavour, originating in Palestine.

How to Cook with Couscous

How to Cook with Couscous

You may be wondering how to cook couscous; what are the timings and is it difficult? Read on to find out how to cook couscous to perfection, whichever variety you choose.

Most commonly, the couscous you buy in stores is pre-made and instant, meaning you just need to add a small amount of boiling water or stock and leave it for a few minutes until it absorbs the liquid and is soft enough to fluff up with your fork. Top tip, if you drizzle your couscous with a small amount of olive oil, it will help separate the grains.

To cook pearl couscous, also known as Israeli couscous, it will take a little longer. The best way to cook it is to add around 3-4 cups of water per 1 cup of couscous, bring to the boil and cook for around 7-8 minutes. Once this is done, you can serve it alone or mixed with salad and vegetables for a fresh, tasty side dish.

You will typically need ⅓ cup to ½ cup of cous cous per person. One cup of dry couscous will give you about 2 to 2 ½ cups of cooked couscous, which would be enough to feed a family of four.

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