Tag: Giant cous cous

A 1950s food shortage in Israel led to the creation of ptitim, a toasted wheat pasta, that would eventually be marketed as giant cous cous. So, is giant cous cous actually cous cous? The answer lies in their distinct histories and preparation methods.

According to the Monash University FODMAP Diet app, while small amounts of *regular* couscous can be low FODMAP, giant cous cous (Israeli couscous) is a wheat product and therefore high in fructans, making it unsuitable for a low-FODMAP diet. For individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), correctly identifying high-FODMAP foods is a crucial step in managing symptoms.