: a North African dish of steamed semolina usually served with meat or vegetables
also
: the semolina itself
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Couscous Couscous can be found in a fine granular texture and a pearl shape (Israeli couscous).
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Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 Apr. 2025
The ready-to-cook couscous comes in three flavors: Original Plain, Parmesan, and my personal favorite, Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2024
When cooked, sorghum grains appear globe-like and closely resemble Israeli couscous.
—Anthea Levi, Health, 16 July 2024
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes, or until the couscous is tender.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2024
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Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 Apr. 2025
The ready-to-cook couscous comes in three flavors: Original Plain, Parmesan, and my personal favorite, Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2024
When cooked, sorghum grains appear globe-like and closely resemble Israeli couscous.
—Anthea Levi, Health, 16 July 2024
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes, or until the couscous is tender.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2024
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“Couscous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/couscous. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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