With a delicate texture and distinguished flavor, Pearl Couscous, also traditionally known as Israeli Couscous, is named for its unique shape when formed into small spheres, then toasted in an open-flame oven. This toasting process allows the pasta to absorb liquid without falling apart and distinguishes it from traditional Moroccan Couscous and other pastas such as orzo. Often confused with a plump rice grain such as Arborio Rice, pearl couscous is actually pasta.
