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IQF Pearl Couscous
IQF Pearl Couscous is fully cooked and individually quick frozen (IQF) so every piece stays separate. Supplied to food manufacturers, foodservice and private label brands across the US and Canada. Use it straight from frozen in pearl couscous salads, sides, Mediterranean bowls, with no soaking, boiling or draining. Packed in bulk cases and bulk totes. Shelf life 18 months frozen.
Use what you need
Scoop it out, reseal the rest
No cooking from dry
Fully cooked, same texture every lot
0 °F
Keep frozen (−18 °C)
18 Months
Frozen shelf life
Product details
About IQF Pearl Couscous
IQF Pearl Couscous, also called Israeli couscous, is small wheat pasta pearls, fully cooked and individually quick frozen. It's used in pearl couscous salads, sides and Mediterranean bowls.
Also known as: Israeli couscous, Ptitim
What IQF Pearl Couscous is used for
- Pearl couscous salads
- Sides
- Mediterranean bowls
Most often bought by foodservice distributors, food manufacturers and meal kit and meal delivery companies.
How to use IQF Pearl Couscous
Add straight from frozen and heat until steaming hot in a skillet, combi oven or steam kettle. For salads and bowls, thaw under refrigeration and use as is. Heating times and yields are on the product spec sheet.
Specifications
Item number
520-1003-2000
Ingredients
Water, couscous (wheat flour)
Allergens
Contains Wheat, Gluten
Fully cooked
Yes
Ready to eat
Yes
Gluten-free
No
Suitable for
Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, kosher
Certifications
GFSI (FSSC 22000), Kosher (COR 579)
GMO status
Made with no GMO ingredients
Kosher
Yes, COR 579
Organic availability
No
Organic certification
Made in
Canada
Raw material origin
Canada
Shelf life
18 months
Storage
Keep Frozen 0°F (−18°C)
Nutrition per 100 g*
Calories (kcal)
112
Protein (g)
3.79
Fiber (g)
0.89
Carbohydrates (g)
23.22
Fat (g)
0.16
Sodium (mg)
5
*Calculated values
Pack sizes
Retail bags
8 oz, 10 oz or 2 lb
Foodservice case
Bulk case
35 lb
520-1003-0100
Bulk tote
1,300 lb
520-1003-2000
Product FAQ
Quick answers on using, storing and ordering. Full details are on the spec sheet.
Is IQF Pearl Couscous fully cooked?
Yes. IQF Pearl Couscous is fully cooked, then individually quick frozen (IQF), so there is no soaking, boiling or draining. Use it straight from frozen.
What is the shelf life of IQF Pearl Couscous?
18 months frozen. Store frozen at 0°F (−18°C). Once thawed, keep refrigerated and use promptly.
What pack sizes is IQF Pearl Couscous available in?
Bulk cases (35 lb), bulk totes (1,300 lb). Item number 520-1003-2000. Retail bags (8 oz, 10 oz or 2 lb) and private-label packs are available on request.
Is IQF Pearl Couscous organic or kosher?
IQF Pearl Couscous is made as a conventional (non-organic) product. It is kosher certified (COR 579).
Does IQF Pearl Couscous contain allergens?
The product specification declares: Contains Wheat, Gluten. See the spec sheet for full allergen and cross-contact details.
What are the ingredients in IQF Pearl Couscous?
Water, Couscous (Wheat Flour).
Where is IQF Pearl Couscous made?
Cooked and frozen by Seenergy Foods at our plants in Concord and London, Ontario, Canada. Raw materials are sourced from Canada.
What is IQF Pearl Couscous used for?
Customers use it in pearl couscous salads, sides, Mediterranean bowls. Typical buyers include foodservice distributors, food manufacturers and meal kit and meal delivery companies.
How do you use IQF Pearl Couscous?
Add it straight from frozen to hot dishes, or thaw under refrigeration for salads and cold bowls.
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