Couscous Recipes

Couscous is a quick-cooking grain-style staple made from tiny granules of semolina wheat. Its light, fluffy texture makes it ideal for weeknight sides, Mediterranean salads, grain bowls, stuffed vegetables, and saucy stews.

Because couscous absorbs flavor so well, it works beautifully with broth, olive oil, citrus, herbs, spices, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, chicken, lamb, and seafood. Use it anywhere you want a fast base that can turn simple ingredients into a complete recipe.

Regular couscous cooks in minutes by steaming or soaking in hot liquid, while pearl couscous has a larger, chewy texture and benefits from simmering like pasta or risotto. Both are versatile pantry ingredients for hot dishes and make-ahead meals.