IsraelPtitim, often known as 'Israeli couscous', served in a restaurant in IsraelIn Israel, and among members of Maghrebi Jewish communities in the diaspora, couscous is a common food. Different communities have different styles and sizes of couscous, similar to the differences in size and style between the couscous of the different cuisines of the Maghreb. [21] It is not common to find sweet couscous or dessert couscous in Israel, as in Egypt and other countries. [25][4]NutritionNutrition facts Serving size 1 cup (173 g) Servings per container Information is per cooked wheat couscous as determined by Nutrient Data Laboratory, ARS, USDA. In a one cup reference amount, wheat couscous provides 6 grams of protein, 36 grams of carbohydrates, and negligible fat.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 17, 2020 14:08 UTC