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Couscous is a typical and very popular dish in Brazilian cuisine, especially in the Northeast. Made from cornflakes, it can be prepared in a variety of ways, making it an excellent choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. And best of all, it doesn't require a couscous (the pan used to make couscous) to make it delicious. In this article, we'll teach you a practical recipe for couscous without a couscous makerThis can be done quickly and easily, using utensils that you probably already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cornflakes for couscous (can be found in markets as "pre-cooked cornflakes")
- 1/2 cup of water (approximately)
- 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine (optional, but recommended for flavor)
- Salt to taste
- Grated cheese, herbs or other spices to taste (optional)
Directions:
- Preparing the cornflakes:
Place the cornflakes in a large bowl. Add salt to taste and mix well. Gradually add the water, stirring with a spoon to ensure that the flakes absorb the water evenly. The amount of water can vary slightly, but ideally the mixture should be moist but not soggy. - Let the couscous rest:
After mixing well, cover the bowl with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let the couscous rest for about 10 to 15 minutes. This time is important for the cornflakes to absorb the water well and hydrate. - Preparing the pan:
While the couscous is resting, put a large, non-stick pan on a medium heat. If you want the couscous to be more flavorful, add a tablespoon of butter or margarine to the pan and let it melt. - Cooking the couscous:
After resting, check that the cornflakes mixture is well hydrated and has the consistency of a moist flour. Then pour the couscous mixture into the hot pan. You don't need to stir constantly, but you should stir from time to time to prevent it from sticking or burning to the bottom. Cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The couscous will begin to loosen from the bottom of the pan and become firmer. If you prefer, you can cover the pan to make the couscous more moist. - Finishing the couscous:
When the couscous is well cooked and loose, turn off the heat. If you like, add a little grated cheese on top and let it melt with the heat of the couscous. If you like more flavor, you can add fine herbs, fried garlic or even cooked vegetables for a special touch. - Serving:
Serve couscous hot, accompanied by dishes such as eggs, sun-dried meat, green beans or even fruit. It's also an excellent choice to serve as an accompaniment to a main course or as a light meal.
Extra Tips:
- If you don't have ready-made cornflakes, you can use fresh green corn, but the process takes a little longer. To do this, cook the corn and, after draining it, blend it in a blender until it forms a homogeneous mixture that can be used to make couscous.
- Couscous can be served sweet or savory, depending on the spices and accompaniments you choose. For a sweet version, add sugar and grated coconut at the end of the preparation.
- For a different twist, add ingredients such as chopped onions, peppers, tomatoes or even shredded chicken to the mixture before cooking.