Easy Crispy Couscous Pancake Recipe

Crispy Couscous Pancakes are a quick and convenient recipe that you can prepare for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you’re in the mood for something light and crispy, this dish is perfect for you. 

I often make this recipe when I’m busy and have limited time. The ingredients are usually readily available in my kitchen.

Is Crispy Couscous Pancake a Healthy Diet?

Couscous pancakes are healthy or not; it all depends on the ingredients you use in the recipe and the methods of preparation. Let’s check what makes it healthy and what is not.

1. Couscous made from durum wheat is an important source of fiber that’s great for your body. It helps improve your digestive system and keeps you energized throughout the day. 
2. Many people like to add tomatoes and onions to it, which boosts the vitamins and minerals. This way, couscous becomes an even healthier part of your diet.
3. Pancakes can be made with oil, and the type of oil you choose can affect how healthy they are. For example, using olive oil makes the pancakes a bit healthier, even if you use only a small amount of it.
4. Pancakes are very versatile, meaning you can customize them in many ways. If you’re watching your diet, you can add your favorite vegetables to the batter for extra nutrition.
5. Just keep in mind that the number of calories in your pancakes can vary based on how big your portions are. If you make larger pancakes, they will absorb more oil, which can lead to more calories.

Tasty Crispy Couscous Pancake Ingredients

• 1 cup: couscous
• 1¼ cups: water
• 1 Tbsp: vegetable oil
• 1 cup: red pepper (diced)
• 1 cup: green pepper
• 2 cloves: garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup: green onions (sliced thin)
• 1 teaspoon: salt
• 1/2 tsp: pepper
• 2 eggs: slightly mixed with a fork
• 1/4 cup: all-purpose flour
• 1 cup: shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 Tbsp: vegetable oil

Simple Procedure to Make Easy Crispy Couscous Pancake

I will teach you how to make this recipe in 4 simple steps. Each step is easy to follow. If you are new to cooking, follow the guidelines. If you are a professional, feel free to adjust the vegetables and other ingredients to your liking.

Step 1: Prepare The Couscous

• Take a pot and fill it with water. Place it on the stove & turn the heat to high. When the water is almost boiling, meaning when you see rolling bubbles, carefully remove the pot from the stove.
  • Avoid: Some people make the mistake of adding couscous directly into boiling water. You should not do that. Remove the pot from the stove, add the couscous, and then stir the water with a fork. This helps prevent clumping.
• After stirring, you need to cover the pot with a lid right away. This will keep the steam inside, and the couscous will cook in that steam, making it fluffy.  Usually, people make this mistake, and it ruins the entire recipe. 
• You need to let the pot sit for 15 minutes on one side. During this time, the couscous will absorb the water.
• Again, after 15 minutes, remove the lid. Fluff couscous gently with the fork. It will separate the grains and give them a light texture. Set the couscous aside to fluff once more later.

Step 2: Saute The Vegetables

• Pop the 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan and heat at medium heat. Let the oil be hot—there will be small shimmering waves on top of the oil.
• Place green peppers, diced, minced garlic, chopped onion into the pan. Keep stirring periodically so they don’t burn. Heat the mixture for about 5 minutes over medium, until the vegetables are tender & the onions turn fine.
• When the vegetables are cooked, take the frying pan off the stove. Take the sautéed mixture and spread it into a medium bowl. That keeps the flavors intact and makes mixing later with the couscous easier.

Step 3: Add The Rest Ingredients

• All the other pancake ingredients go in the bowl with the sautéed vegetables, including the fluffed couscous.
• Stir all together, well combined, using a spatula or large spoon. Also, ensure that the couscous (veggies first) and vegetables are spread in the mixture.

Step 4: Cook The Pancakes

• Take a frying pan and add 3 tablespoons of oil. Heat the oil in the same way as in the first step.
• Scoop 1/3 cup of the couscous mixture into the hot pan. Make sure there’s enough space between each scoop so you can easily flip it down in a clump.
• Gently press down with the spatula on the mixture to flatten it into a pancake that is about half an inch thick. The thickness is enough to make sure even it’s going to cook well and have a golden crust.
• Cook the pancakes on each side for 3 minutes. Make sure to remove them when they turn golden brown. If you don’t monitor them, they can burn.

After Cook

After well browning both sides, transfer to a plate and sprinkle with paper towels. It will help absorb excess oil. 

To remove any remaining oil, take another paper towel and blot the top of the pancakes. It’s optional, but it can make the pancakes a little lighter.

How To Serve Couscous Pancake Recipe? Easy Style

1. Reservation: For color and flavor, serve your pancakes on a serving plate with fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top. They can butt up against each other or be stacked in a layer for a more beautiful look. 
2. Complements: Delight your guests by serving warm pancakes alongside a selection of delicious condiments & sauces. The options include the simple olive oil drizzle option or a creamy tahini sauce or yogurt sauce. 
3. Adding sides like sautéed vegetables or salad can boost the value of the nutritional portion of the meal. 
4. Flavor Enhancements: For richness, you can top the pancakes with sautéed mushrooms & spinach or a dollop of whipped feta. The dish can also be brightened with sliced avocado or fresh lemon wedges.

My Final Recommendation

Making delicious crispy couscous pancakes is really easy. If you want a delicious breakfast but are short on time, this recipe is perfect for you.

You can make it not just for yourself but also for family gatherings. Plus, you can store these pancakes in the freezer for up to three months.