🌾 Carrefour – Fine-Grain Couscous
Carrefour Fine-Grain Couscous—a quick, delicious, and versatile ingredient perfect for savory meals or sweet treats. Ready in under 5 minutes!
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Cooking time: Ready in 5 minutes using the typical 1:1 ratio of hot water to couscous
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Ingredients: 100% durum wheat semolina (may contain gluten) May contain traces of MUSTARD and SOY
Key Benefits & Features
✅ Express Preparation: Fluff with fork after rehydration in 5 minutes—no cooking needed
🍲 Versatile Base: Ideal companion to tagines, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fresh salads
🍮 Sweet Applications: Great for semolina puddings enhanced with nuts, fruits, honey, or spices
🌍 Pantry Staple: Long shelf life; store in a cool, dry place
Instructions for use Fine Grain Couscous
For one person: measure out 100 g of couscous (about one glass) and pour into a dish. Bring 1 glass of salted water with oil to the boil and pour over the couscous. Stir, cover and leave to swell for 5 min. Once the water has been completely absorbed, add a knob of butter. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Usage & Recipe Suggestions
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Classic Couscous: Pair with a hearty lamb or vegetable tagine
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Summer Salad: Mix with chopped tomato, cucumber, parsley, and vinaigrette
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Sweet Semolina Dessert: Add milk, sugar, cinnamon, raisins, almonds
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Stuffed Vegetables: Use as a flavorful filling for peppers or zucchini
Interesting Fact
Fine-grain couscous is a favorite in traditional North African sweets like mesfouf, often enjoyed at breakfast or during festive occasions. Families often toast it lightly before rehydration for added aroma.