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1 cup dry Couscous Cooked Yield — 2.5 cups cooked

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1 cup dry couscous = 2.5 cups cooked

Ratio: 1:2.5

Overview

1 cup dry couscous yields 2.5 cups cooked. Ratio: 1:2.5. Use a 1:1 ratio of couscous to boiling water for perfect results.

Key Details

  • 1 cup dry couscous = 2.5 cups cooked
  • Ratio: 1:2.5
  • 1 cup dry = 173g by weight
  • Cooking method: pour boiling water over couscous, cover 5 minutes, fluff
  • Use a 1:1 ratio of couscous to boiling water for perfect results

Why This Matters

  • Knowing the cooked yield of couscous helps with meal planning
  • Dry-to-cooked ratios vary by ingredient and are essential for portioning
  • Recipes may list cooked or dry amounts — conversion prevents errors

How To

  1. 11 cup dry couscous yields 2.5 cups cooked
  2. 2Cooking method: pour boiling water over couscous, cover 5 minutes, fluff
  3. 3Use a 1:1 ratio of couscous to boiling water for perfect results
  4. 4Store cooked leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-5 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 cup dry couscous yields approximately 2.5 cups cooked. Use a 1:1 ratio of couscous to boiling water for perfect results