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Wholefood Earth Giant Cous Cous is a 500g pack of Israeli-style couscous with a chewy texture and mild, slightly savoury flavour. The listing describes it as vegan-friendly and gives a simple steaming method for cooking.
At a glance
- Israeli-style giant couscous is described as chewy, similar to barley, with a slightly savoury note from toasting.
- The listing says the mild flavour absorbs flavours from other ingredients.
- Suggested for tabbouleh-style salads or served with dried fruit and honey.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A stated five-minute steaming method offers a straightforward preparation approach.
- Its mild flavour and stated ability to absorb other ingredients suit seasoned dishes and salads.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Brand | Wholefood Earth |
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| Item model number | 5056351403002 |
| Ingredients | Giant Cous Cous (Wheat) |
| Country of origin | Israel |
| Dietary claims | GMO-free, and vegan-friendly |
| Dimensions listed | 10 x 5 x 5 cm; 500 g |
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| Cooking instructions | Pour 1 cup couscous into boiling water, stir once with a spoon, cover with a lid, and remove from heat. Let the couscous steam for five minutes. Couscous grains tend to bind together in the cooking process, so fluff the grains with a fork. |
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What to know before buying
- The ingredients list identifies wheat. The listing also warns that the product may contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed, other cereals containing gluten and soya. Check the packaging if you have allergies or dietary requirements.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Cooks looking for a chewy couscous alternative for salads or savoury meals.
- Buyers seeking a couscous listing described as vegan-friendly and GMO-free.
Less suited to
- People avoiding wheat or gluten, or those who need to avoid any listed possible trace allergens.

Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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3% 3% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the couscous as good quality and delicious, with quality and taste highlighted. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, though lower ratings are also present. These reports may help buyers weighing flavour and perceived quality, but they do not establish consistency for every pack.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the product as good quality.
- Customers are reported to find it delicious.
Frequently asked questions
How is this giant couscous cooked?
The listing says to add one cup to boiling water, stir once, cover, remove from heat and steam for five minutes. Fluff the grains with a fork before serving.
What ingredients and allergen information are listed?
The ingredients are listed as Giant Cous Cous (Wheat). The product may contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed, other cereals containing gluten and soya.
What is the texture and flavour like?
The listing describes a chewy texture similar to barley and a mild, slightly savoury flavour that takes on the flavours of other ingredients.

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