Organic Wholewheat Couscous is made using whole wheat durum flour and water. It is partially cooked making it very quick & easy to prepare at home.  As the bran of the wheat berry is retained in the whole wheat durum flour used in this couscous, it is more nutritious than couscous made from white durum flour.

The Berbers of North Africa first produced couscous in ancient times, it was a labour intensive process that was often quite social as large groups of women would come together and prepare large batches of couscous over several days. Today, most couscous is prepared by a mechanised process that results in a product that is more shelf stable and partially cooked. Created is this wholesome, incredibly versatile food that is quick & easy to prepare at home.

Organic Wholewheat CousCous is often served as a side dish with meat, chicken, seafood or vegetables. Couscous is also great in salads and stuffing's and can be served hot or cold, flavoured or plain.

Try cooking couscous with stock rather than water for added flavour. Place 1 cup couscous into a heatproof bowl, add 2 tsp virgin olive oil and 3/4 cup hot vegetable stock (or water). Cover and leave for 4 mins. Fluff up couscous grains with a fork, season and serve. For variety you an also add any of the following before adding chicken stock, grated lemon zest or finely chopped preserved lemon, a pinch of cinnamon, chopped dried apricots, sultanas and pine nuts, or shredded fresh mint.

Origin - Canada
Certification - QAI