Do you love couscous, but don’t know how to cook it in a rice cooker? This blog post is for you!
We will walk you through the steps on how to make couscous in a rice cooker. It is really easy to do and only takes a few minutes. You will be surprised at how delicious this dish turns out!
What is Couscous?
Couscous is a type of food that is made from semolina flour. Semolina flour is a type of wheat flour that is used to make pasta, bread, and other types of food.
Couscous is usually flavored with salt, vegetable oil, and water. It can also be flavored with different spices or herbs.
There are many different ways to cook couscous. You can cook it in a pot on the stove, in an oven, or in a rice cooker.
Couscous originated in North Africa. It is a popular dish in many countries in that region of the world.
Steps to Cook Couscous in Rice Cooker
Here are the three easy steps by which you can prepare couscous within minutes-
Prepare the Ingredients
While you can show your creativity while cooking couscous, we’ll go with the simple recipe that you can prepare on the go. For that, you will need:
- A cup of couscous
- Two cups of vegetable broth or water
- One tablespoon of olive oil or butter
- One teaspoon of salt
- Any addon, i.e. chicken or beef (optional)
Instructions for Cooking Couscous
Now that you have all the ingredients, let’s get cooking!
Step One:
Pour the couscous into the rice cooker. Add the broth or water and stir to combine. Then, add the olive oil or butter and salt (if using). Stir again to make sure everything is evenly mixed.
Step Two:
Close the lid of your rice cooker and turn it on. Most rice cookers have a “normal” setting which is perfect for cooking couscous. If your machine does not have this setting, simply set it to cook for around 5 minutes at a temperature that you use for cooking white rice.
Step Three:
Once the couscous is done cooking, let it steam for about 5 minutes in the ‘keep warm’ mode. Fluff it with a fork and serve. You can add chicken or beef to make it a complete meal. Enjoy!
How Long Will it Take to Prepare Couscous?
The total time it takes to prepare couscous in a rice cooker is about 15 minutes. This includes the time it takes to prepare the ingredients, cook the couscous, and let it steam.
This is delicious and can be prepared within moments when you are on the go.
What if I Don’t Have a Rice Cooker?
If you don’t have a rice cooker, you can still make couscous! Simply follow the instructions on the package.
Most brands will require you to boil water and then add the couscous. Let it sit for about five minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
Can I Add Flavor to Couscous?
Yes! You can add a variety of flavors to couscous. Here are a few ideas:
- Parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil
- Tomato sauce and ground beef
- Butter and cinnamon
- Sautéed mushrooms and onions
- Beef broth, carrots, and celery
Apart from these, you can add endless ingredients to flavor your couscous. The sky’s the limit!
What Else Can I Serve with Couscous?
Couscous is a very versatile dish that can be served with many different toppings or sides. Here are some of our favorites:
- Salad greens like romaine lettuce or spinach
- Roasted vegetables like asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or tomatoes
- Grilled chicken or shrimp
- Curried chickpeas or lentils
What Goes Best with Couscous?
Couscous is a great side dish to have with a variety of different meals. It pairs especially well with soups, salads, stews, curries, and grilled meats or seafood.
Some of our favorite combinations are couscous with chicken soup, couscous with black bean salad, couscous with beef stew, and couscous with shrimp skewers.
No matter what you choose to serve with your couscous, it’s sure to be a delicious and satisfying meal.
Conclusion
Couscous is a delicious and versatile dish that can be cooked in many different ways. In this post, we showed you how to cook couscous in a rice cooker. It’s easy, quick, and perfect for on-the-go meals. Give it a try!