couscous

• Существительное, обозначающее традиционное североафриканское блюдо из дроблёной и пропаренной манной крупы, часто подаваемое с рагу из мяса и овощей.

A noun referring to a traditional North African dish made from crushed and steamed semolina, often served with a stew of meat and vegetables.

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1. Steamed semolina dishA2formalculinary

   A traditional North African dish made from small steamed granules of durum wheat semolina, typically served with a stew of meat and vegetables.

   Кус-кус

   • We had lamb couscous with carrots and chickpeas for dinner.
   • Couscous is a staple food in many Maghreb countries.
   • She learned to make authentic couscous from her grandmother.

2. Type of pastaA2formalculinary

   The pasta itself, made from crushed and steamed semolina, used as a base for various dishes.

   Вид пасты

   • You can buy instant couscous that cooks in just five minutes.
   • The couscous was light and fluffy after proper steaming.
   • He seasoned the couscous with olive oil and herbs.