COUSCOUS, LEBANESE

10# Bag $48.88
12 unit case/12 oz. Bags $57.51
6 unit case/12 oz. Bags $30.38
10 unit case/12 oz. Jars $62.78

COUSCOUS, LEBANESE

LEB-10, RR-LEBCCBAG12, RR-LEBCCBAG6, RR-LEBCCS

Description:

TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE     Couscous is made from Semolina flour, which is the roughly milled endosperms of Durum Wheat. The Semolina is moistened with water and rolled until little balls are formed. Think of Couscous as a baby pasta. Lebanese Couscous is the largest Couscous in size, ranging from 1/8" to 1/4" in diameter. This style of Couscous offers a new look for the pasta. Use in place of rice, as a side salad, added to soups, mixed with sauteed vegetables, and as a breakfast cereal. Couscous originated in Northern Africa, especially Morocco. Couscous has recently captured the imagination and attention of many Americans. 

Ingredient Statement:

Wheat Flour, salt. (Contains wheat).

TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE

Serve Couscous with marinated, broiled vegetables. Cooked chilled Couscous makes a super salad ingredient. Use a bed of Couscous instead of rice with curries or stir fry meals.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add 1 cup of couscous. Return to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until tender yet still al dente and strain water.

Product Description

Couscous is made from Semolina flour, which is the roughly milled endosperms of Durum Wheat. The Semolina is moistened with water and rolled until little balls are formed. Think of Couscous as a baby pasta. Lebanese Couscous is the largest Couscous in size, ranging from 1/8 to ¼ in diameter. This style of Couscous offers a new look for the pasta.

Physical

Color: Beige to light yellow.

Flavor: Typical of couscous, bland.

Size: Approximately 1/8 to ¼ inch in diameter.

Chemical

Moisture: N/A Sulfites: N/A Heat Level: N/A

Ingredient Statement:

Wheat Flour, salt. (Contains wheat).

Shelf Life: Min. 24 months (under optimum storage conditions).

Packaging: Bag in box, food grade paper bag or to customer specifications.

Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.

Microbiological

SPC: <500,000 cfu / g

COLIFORM: <1000 cfu / g

YEAST: <1000 cfu / g

MOLD: <1000 cfu / g

Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.

About Nutritional Information

Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size                                   100g (uncooked)
Number of Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories376 Calories from Fat9
  % Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
   
   
Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol 0g 0%
Sodium10 mg 0%
  %
Total Carbohydrate 77g 26%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Sugars 0g  
Protein 13g %
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 2%
Iron 6%
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.