Couscous, a North African dish made from steamed semolina, is a versatile ingredient that offers a hearty and delicious start to your day. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet breakfast, there are endless possibilities for creating a delicious and satisfying breakfast couscous recipe. In this article, we'll explore some of the best breakfast couscous recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and provide you with a nutritious and energy-boosting meal.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
HOT BREAKFAST COUSCOUS
When I went on a 6 day kayaking trip, our guides whipped this up one morning over the campfire. It was delicious and I started making it at home.
Provided by JUNEBUFF1
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, honey and cinnamon. As soon as it comes to a boil, stir in the couscous. Turn off the heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the apricots, raisins and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 31.7 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
BREAKFAST COUSCOUS
Make and share this Breakfast Couscous recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mr. Ladypit
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat milk, vanilla, maple syrup, and raisins in a saucepan over medium heat until hot and steamy. DO NOT BOIL!
- Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat.
- Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve warm.
COUSCOUS FOR BREAKFAST!
I'm always thinking up new ways to prepare hot cereal in the morning. Here's another one for you to try! For maximum health benefits, use whole wheat couscous. For a vegan version, try almond milk or soy milk!
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Breakfast
Time 6m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring the milk to the boil without scorching.
- As soon as the milk starts to boil, stir in the couscous with a fork. Add a pinch of salt.
- Reduce heat, cover and cook on low for 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the rose water or almond extract.
- Garnish couscous with dried fruit, sugar, cardamom and nuts. If you wish, add a few slices of strawberries to each serving.
- Also, you can pour a little bit of milk or cream on top.
- Serve hot.
STRAWBERRY COUSCOUS BREAKFAST BOWL
While oats are often the first choice for a healthy breakfast, utilizing other whole grains like couscous, millet, amaranth, farro and quinoa keep mornings from becoming mundane. Make a batch of couscous the night before, so that come morning, all you have to do is add toppings like fruits, nuts, coconut and flax seed for a 5-minute healthy breakfast.
Provided by Min Kwon, M.S., R.D.
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove the pan from the heat and pour in the couscous, maple syrup and cinnamon. Stir to combine. Cover the pan and let it sit for 10 minutes. Gently fluff with a fork.
- When ready to serve, top with the pecans and strawberries. Serve each with 1 tablespoon yogurt if using, some extra milk, cinnamon and maple syrup.
BREAKFAST COUSCOUS WITH DRIED-FRUIT COMPOTE
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Tea Breakfast Brunch Quick & Easy Mother's Day Dried Fruit Almond Healthy Cinnamon Couscous Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make compote:
- Simmer water, sugar, and fruit in a small saucepan over medium heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid just starts to become syrupy, about 8 minutes. Add tea bag and let steep off heat while making couscous.
- Make couscous:
- Cook couscous in butter in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Off heat, stir in water, cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Cover tightly. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff.
VEGAN BREAKFAST COUSCOUS WITH FRESH FRUIT
From the fabulous cookbook La Dolce Vegan. Feel free to substitute your favorite fresh fruit in season: peaches, berries, etc.; even dried fruit, etc. Couscous is ideal for breakfast as it is not only nutritious but cooks very quickly. Living the Dolce Vegan!
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Breakfast
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- *NOTE: Regular cow's milk can be substituted for the soy milk.
- In a small pot on high heat, bring the milk substitute and juice of choice just to a boil.
- Reduce heat and stir in the couscous with a fork. Cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Turn off heat, leave pan on element, and allow to stand a few minutes.
- If desired, season with salt. Serve with fresh fruit and a sprinkle of cinnamon or other favorite spice.
- Yield: 1 medium or 2 small servings.
CHERRY-WALNUT BREAKFAST COUSCOUS
This can be eaten for breakfast or as a dessert. Dried cranberries can be subbed for dried cherries.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
- Stir in couscous mix, cover and remove from heat.
- Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Stir with a fork. Serve plain, or with milk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.4, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 6, Sodium 321.6, Carbohydrate 71.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 35.9, Protein 18.6
SWEET BREAKFAST COUSCOUS
Make and share this Sweet Breakfast Couscous recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PdxBarb
Categories Breakfast
Time 11m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put all ingredients in a pot.
- Bring to a boil, cover, turn down to low. Cook for about 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, keep covered. Let rest for 3 minutes.
BREAKFAST COUSCOUS
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine juice, water, figs,peaches, and sugar. Bring to a boil, add the couscous, remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the milk and pistachios. Divide among 4 bowls and serve
Tips for Making the Best Breakfast Couscous
- Use a variety of grains. Couscous can be made with a variety of grains, including wheat, barley, and quinoa. Experiment with different grains to find your favorite flavor and texture.
- Add flavorings. Couscous can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as herbs, spices, and vegetables. Get creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to find your perfect breakfast.
- Cook couscous properly. Couscous is a delicate grain, so it's important to cook it properly. Follow the package directions carefully to ensure that the couscous is cooked through but not overcooked.
- Serve couscous immediately. Couscous is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the couscous in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Conclusion
Breakfast couscous is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a little creativity, you can create a breakfast couscous recipe that is perfect for your taste and dietary needs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, give breakfast couscous a try.
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