How to Cook Couscous
Cooking couscous is simple, the same way you cook rice, allowing the granules to absorb all of the liquid in the pot. The cooking method is similar to cooking rice.
- Prep time
- 14 min
- Cook time
- 31 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 cup standard couscous or pearl couscous
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- Water or broth, quantity depending on couscous size
Instructions
- 1
In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of liquid to a boil with the salt and olive oil.
- 2
Add the couscous, cover, and remove the pot from the heat. Allow the pot to rest for about 7 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed.
- 3
Fluff the couscous with a fork. Add flavorings, if using, and serve.
- 4
In a small saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups of liquid to a boil with the salt and olive oil.
- 5
Add the pearl couscous, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is tender.
- 6
Proceed with making a couscous salad, adding to a stew, or serving with seasonings added.