Grains & noodles · Dried

Pearl couscous

Also called giant couscous, Israeli couscous, ptitim, maftoul

Large toasted pearls of wheat pasta with a chewy bite; for salads, pilafs and soups.

VeganVegetarianDairy-freeContains: gluten

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodFregola

    Toasted and nuttier with a rougher chew; cooks a few minutes longer.

  • T2 · GoodOrzo

    Rice-shaped and slicker.

  • T3 · In a pinchCouscous

    Fine and fluffy, loses the pearly chew.

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