--- product_id: 175178464 title: "Bob's Red Mill Pearl Couscous, Traditional - 1 Pound (Pack of 1) - Israeli Couscous, Non-GMO" brand: "bob's red mill" price: "R325" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/175178464-bobs-red-mill-pearl-couscous-traditional-1-pound-pack-1 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 100% Vegan & Non-GMO Ready in 10 minutes Versatile pasta-rice alternative Bob's Red Mill Pearl Couscous, Traditional - 1 Pound (Pack of 1) - Israeli Couscous, Non-GMO **Brand:** bob's red mill **Price:** R325 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍴 Pearl couscous: The chic staple your pantry’s been craving! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bob's Red Mill Pearl Couscous, Traditional - 1 Pound (Pack of 1) - Israeli Couscous, Non-GMO by bob's red mill - **How much does it cost?** R325 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/175178464-bobs-red-mill-pearl-couscous-traditional-1-pound-pack-1) ## Best For - bob's red mill enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bob's red mill brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Culinary Chameleon:** Perfect base for stews, salads, or your favorite pasta sauces—endless meal creativity. - • **Quick Gourmet Upgrade:** Elevate weeknight dinners with couscous pearls ready in just 10 minutes. - • **Heritage Flavor Fusion:** Enjoy the nutty, toasted semolina taste inspired by authentic Israeli cuisine. - • **Family-Approved Texture:** Chewy, satisfying pearls that turn everyday meals into crave-worthy experiences. - • **Clean & Conscious Choice:** Non-GMO, vegan, and kosher certified for mindful eating. ## Overview Bob's Red Mill Traditional Pearl Couscous offers a quick-cooking, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher grain alternative with a unique toasted semolina flavor and chewy texture. Inspired by Israeli culinary heritage, it’s perfect for versatile dishes from salads to hearty stews, making it a smart, flavorful upgrade for modern, health-conscious kitchens. ## Description Couscous Pearls, also known as Israeli Couscous, are small balls of toasted semolina flour. In Israel they are called Ptitim. During 1949 - 1959, Israel went through an austerity period during which food and other resources were rationed. Rice, a dietary staple, was scarce, and there was a need to come up with an alternative food source. Israel's first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, asked the founders of a local food company to create a wheat-based substitute for rice. The result was tiny, toasted pasta made from hard wheat flour. It was an instant success with the people, and they gave it the nickname ‚"Ben-Gurion's Rice." Today, Israeli couscous remains a staple food in Jerusalem and is enjoyed by people in many places around the world. Bob's Red Mill Traditional Pearl Couscous has a unique nutty flavor and pleasantly chewy texture that pairs exceptionally well with your favorite sauces, so it can be a great alternative to traditional pastas and rice. Use Traditional Pearl Couscous as a bed for stew, meat or vegetables, or try it with your favorite pasta sauce. Add Israeli couscous to soups, salads and pilafs for a new twist on old stand-bys. Like rice, couscous pearls will absorb the flavors of whatever spices or sauce you are using. Using pearl couscous, quick and easy main dishes and salads are just minutes away. Review: These are soooo good - I love these. They are so delicious. Regular couscous is just fine, but the entire family just loves the pearl size. My kids often request this for meals. It can be used in the same dishes where you would use quinoa, regular couscous, or rice. Perfect with roasted veggies when making Buddha Bowls. Review: This stuff is good - I like the bigger couscous texture and it goes well cooked with chopped dates. The cooking directions are spot on. Product was fresh. ## Features - Traditional Pearl Couscous is small balls of toasted semolina flour to be enjoyed like pasta or rice and is ready to eat in only 10 minutes - Use Traditional Pearl Couscous as a bed for stew, meat or vegetables, or try it with your favorite pasta sauce - Versatile alternative to pasta or rice - Excellent in salads or topped with your favorite pasta sauce - BOB'S RED MILL: Make folks a little happier: it’s the idea that keeps our stone mills grinding to fill every bag with wholesome goodness ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07X5DY4KG | | Allergen Information | Crustacean Free, Fish Free, Milk, Sesame Seeds, Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat | | Best Sellers Rank | #85,103 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #42 in Dried Couscous | | Brand | Bob's Red Mill | | Brand Name | Bob's Red Mill | | Coin Variety 1 | Couscous | | Container Type | Bag | | Cuisine | Italian cuisine | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 305 Reviews | | Diet Type | Kosher | | Flavor | VO | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00039978034960 | | Item Form | Granule | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Package Weight | 0.48 Kilograms | | Item Weight | 0.45 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS INC | | Model Number | 039978034960 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Part Number | 039978034960 | | Protein | 8 Grams | | Serving Range | 9 servings | | Size | 1 Pound (Pack of 1) | | Specialty | Israeli, dinner, pasta, ptitim, rice, side dish | | UPC | 039978034960 | | Unit Count | 16 Ounce | | Vitamins And Minerals | 0 Milligrams, 0.0, 0.0, 1.0, 10.0 Milligrams | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bob's Red Mill - **Item Package Quantity:** 1 - **Item Weight:** 0.45 Kilograms - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Unit Count:** 16.0 Ounce ## Images ![Bob's Red Mill Pearl Couscous, Traditional - 1 Pound (Pack of 1) - Israeli Couscous, Non-GMO - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81r3X83yNNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***D on September 25, 2022* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by B***E on June 15, 2024* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by X***Y on March 22, 2021* --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/175178464-bobs-red-mill-pearl-couscous-traditional-1-pound-pack-1](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/175178464-bobs-red-mill-pearl-couscous-traditional-1-pound-pack-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-08*