Do You Need To Soak Couscous Before Cooking It? - African Roots And Routes

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers more protein while rice is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: steamed vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Steamed vegetables retain nutrients, while frozen are budget-friendly.

herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and can be used when fresh are unavailable.

Pour boiling water over the couscous.

Cover it and let it sit for about 5 to 10 minutes.

Optionally, toast the couscous in olive oil before adding any liquid.

Cooking Techniques

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