A great thing about this easy gluten free couscous recipe with cornmeal is its’ versatility. Along with eating it by itself, there are many things you can eat with it too. Chicken breast is one example to have with it. And it is a dish that can be enjoyed during any time of year.
It is nice and soft and does not have a chewy texture. I personally liked it the first time I ever made it. And it may become one of your favorite recipes. Be sure to add it to your list of simple recipes!
If you like couscous, but have a gluten-free diet, this version is a gluten-free option. Out of different gluten free alternatives, I use yellow cornmeal for this recipe. It is a great recipe to add to your side dishes. And the whole family can enjoy it. Another great recipe to try is this gluten free chicken salad recipe.
Traditional couscous has durum wheat in it. And durum wheat has glucose in it. That is why I chose to make this recipe using cornmeal. As cornmeal is gluten-free.
You can purchase gluten-free couscous products at a local supermarket. And you can also make it from scratch. As this recipe is done.
To help keep all the mentioned gluten-free foods, please remember to check that there is no cross contamination with ingredients. And be sure to read ingredient labels.
Frugal Tip
This easy gluten free couscous recipe with cornmeal includes just three ingredients. One being water and another a common pantry staple, oil. So, cornmeal may be the only ingredient needed to purchase for this light and fluffy side dish.
How can couscous be gluten-free?
Couscous is made from wheat semolina, which causes it to have gluten. But one of the alternative ingredients to make couscous that does make it gluten-free is cornmeal. So, in this recipe, I am going to make gluten free couscous using cornmeal.
What can I add to my gluten free couscous for flavor?
- Lemon juice
- Red onion
- Red bell pepper
- Fresh herbs
- Chicken stock cubes or chicken broth.
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Corn meal (yellow)
- Water
Equipment needed.
- Spoon
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Large bowl
- Saucepan and lid
- Food processor
Directions to make this Easy Gluten Free Couscous Recipe with Cornmeal!
- Measure out one cup of yellow cornmeal and two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- In a large bowl, mix them well to help separate the grains.
- Pour the mixture and one and a half cups of water into a saucepan, bringing to a low boil over medium heat. Stir to help prevent sticking to saucepan.
- Turn down heat to simmer and cover for approximately twelve minutes.
- Then turn heat up to low for ten minutes. You will want the texture to be dry on the outer surface.
- Turn off heat and remove saucepan uncovering it. Let cool.
- In a food processor, pulse until couscous is fluffy in appearance.
- Serve and enjoy by itself or top with fresh herbs like fresh parsley.
Easy Gluten Free Couscous Recipe with Cornmeal!
Equipment
- 1 spoon
- 1 Cup
- 1 Tbsp
- 1 Large bowl
- 1 saucepan with lid
- 1 food processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 cups water
Instructions
- Measure out one cup of yellow cornmeal and two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- In a large bowl, mix them well to help separate the grains.
- Pour the mixture and one and a half cups of water into a saucepan, bringing to a low boil over medium heat. Stir to help prevent sticking to saucepan.
- Turn down heat to simmer and cover for approximately twelve minutes.
- Then turn heat up to low for ten minutes. You will want the texture to be dry on the outer surface.
- Turn off heat and remove saucepan uncovering it. Let cool.
- In a food processor, pulse until couscous is fluffy in appearance.
- Serve and enjoy!