What Can I Cook With Couscous?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with couscous
Got couscous in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Couscous
Common Mistakes When Cooking Couscous
- ✕Don't overcook couscous - just pour boiling water, cover, and let it sit 5 minutes
- ✕Fluff with a fork, not a spoon - prevents clumping
- ✕Don't skip adding oil or butter - it prevents sticking
- ✕Use a 1:1 ratio of couscous to liquid for perfect texture
- ✕Don't confuse regular and Israeli (pearl) couscous - they cook differently
How to Store Couscous
Dry couscous lasts 6-12 months. Cooked couscous lasts 3-5 days in the fridge.
Learn more about couscous storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with couscous?
Couscous salad, Mediterranean couscous, Moroccan couscous with vegetables, couscous tabbouleh, or couscous pilaf.
Is couscous healthier than rice?
Couscous has similar calories but more protein than white rice. Whole wheat couscous is higher in fiber.
What is the fastest dish to make with couscous?
Basic couscous takes just 5 minutes - pour boiling water, cover, rest 5 min, and fluff. Fastest grain ever.
Can couscous be frozen?
Yes, cooked couscous freezes well for up to 3 months. Fluff and cool completely before freezing.
What spices go well with couscous?
Cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, harissa, lemon, mint, parsley, and saffron all complement couscous beautifully.