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Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz

Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz

Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz
$ 5.11

Score By Feature

Based on 11,074 ratings
Flavor
9.28
Versatility
8.98
Value for money
8.71

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How Our Score Is Calculated

Product Description

Certified Kosher
5 oz box
This package contains 2 servings.

Questions & Answers

What is the sodium content of each serving?

Each serving (2.10) contains 910 mg sodium. 5 oz. (70 g) dry rice (approximately 1/4 cup) (1 cup prepared) 2 1/2 teaspoons seasoning mix

MSG? Is it true that yeast extract exists?

By clicking on the product name on the left-hand side, you can view the Ingredient list and Nutrition Facts for Near East Couscous Mix Original, which does not contain MSG or Yeast Extract. scrolling down through the product details on the left hand side of the page

How do I figure out what year the box was made?

The Best Before Date is printed on the bottom flap of the box. The month is represented by the first three digits, the day by the next two digits, the year by the next two digits, and the plant by the last five digits. Consider the following scenario: XXXXX - XXXXX - XXXXX - XXXX On August 28, 2021, the best before date is.

Selected User Reviews For Near East Pearled Couscous, Basil & Herb, 5 oz

Rice is great, but ordering from Amazon is a big no-no! This wild rice is one of our favorites, and we've been eating it for years
5/5

The total cost of the order is around $33 for 12 boxes. My first order was for ONE BOX of rice, not 12 boxes, so I placed another order. I only received ONE box of rice, not the 12 boxes that were described in the ordering description (and the price reflects 12 boxes). After initially stating that they were unable to correct the order, Customer Service stated that the 12 boxes would be delivered to me and that I would not be required to return the two single boxes I had received. I got a SINGLE box of rice this time. So, after spending $33 on three boxes of rice, am I crazy to order it again in a month or so?.

Rodrigo Conway
Rodrigo Conway
| Sep 26, 2021
Crockpot Verda Salsa is delicious with this dish
5/5

I put a family size package of chicken thighs in the crockpot with a bottle of Trader Joe's Verda Salsa and cooked on high for 4 hours. Then I added the seasoning packet and couscous from the box, stir well, cover, and cook according to package directions. There's no need to add anything because the oil from the chicken is already present. Turn off the heat and set aside for a few minutes to allow the couscous to expand before serving. I will most certainly buy from you again.

Justin Stafford
Justin Stafford
| Dec 24, 2020
Pastina for adults is similar to Pastina for children
5/5

ups- it's incredibly simple to make and tastes fantastic. This is fantastic. We eat this at least once a week, and everyone enjoys it. It's incredibly simple to put together. We don't even use the stove for it, which is great in the Florida heat. We don't need to boil water because we already have enough humidity. ), we simply boil water in our electric kettle, place the cous cous and seasoning pack in a glass storage container with a little olive oil, stir in the boiling water, close the storage container, and the cous cous is fluffy, tender (not crunchy or undone), and ready to eat in a few minutes. We store any leftovers in the refrigerator for the next night's meal. For us, this is just a basic, beautiful staple. I grew up eating Pastina, and this is very similar, with the same lovely creamy/buttery flavor; it's a much healthier way to get some of that comfort food feeling.

Leighton Koch
Leighton Koch
| Apr 09, 2021
Lie after lie after lie after lie after lie after lie after lie after lie after lie after The description clearly states that this is a 12-pack, but I only received one box
3/5
Dylan O’SULLIVAN
Dylan O’SULLIVAN
| Sep 20, 2021
Flavor is incredible
5/5

It's a fantastic accompaniment to fish. It was delicious! It's also incredibly simple to make - This can be cooked by anyone who can boil water. Although most people serve it as a side dish, it is practically the entire meal in our house. I serve it with halibut or salmon, as well as cooked vegetables (or, on occasion, a salad in place of the cooked vegetables). Oh, my goodness, this is fantastic!.

Princess Lynn
Princess Lynn
| Feb 04, 2021
We're overjoyed that we were able to obtain it
5/5

This is a fantastic, if little-known, product that we have used for years but that is no longer available in our area. We follow the directions on the box, but add freshly grown organic parsley and vine ripened tomatoes, which we also grow year around. I would have had to find a source if I hadn't found it on Amazon, so I'm glad we were able to obtain it! If you haven't tried this product yet, I strongly advise you to do so because it has an excellent flavor and texture. It's sold in cases to us.

Malaysia Case
Malaysia Case
| Aug 07, 2021
The product is excellent, but the packaging is substandard
4/5

This couscous is one of my favorites because it is simple to prepare and delicious. My only gripe is with the packaging. The couscous is packaged directly inside a cardboard box, with no plastic bag. While this is good for the environment, these thin boxes are easily damaged (or simply not well made), and couscous bits fall out even when the boxes appear to be fully closed. It's a real pain.

Ayden Conrad
Ayden Conrad
| Jul 21, 2021
Exceptionally tasty
5/5

This, as well as the other flavors of Near East brand couscous, is incredibly tasty and simple to make. The Roasted Garlic and Olive Oil flavor is perhaps the most versatile, as it goes with almost anything, but I particularly enjoy the Mediterranean Curry Couscous, as I prepare many Middle Eastern dishes. I occasionally come across them in grocery stores, but most of them stock Near East rice and couscous only on rare occasions. I've developed a habit of ordering a 12-pack of both on Amazon because it saves me money compared to ordering smaller quantities or even buying them in the store. Having that many on hand isn't a problem for me because I use them so frequently. These products are fantastic!.

Meredith CHAMBERLAIN
Meredith CHAMBERLAIN
| Jul 04, 2021

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