“...Couscous, the most popular dish from Morocco and North Africa, is now appreciated worldwide.
Historians have different opinions as to the origin of couscous. Some claim that couscous, like pasta, originated from China; while others trace its origin to East Africa. However the most plausible evidence points to a North African origin. Indeed, archaeological evidence dating back to the 9th Century and consisting of kitchen utensil needed to prepare this dish was found in this part of the world.
In the 11th century, the Arab -Islamic conquest helped disseminate couscous to all around the North-African region. Thus couscous was brought to Andalusia, and the Mediterranean perimeter. South America became acquainted with couscous as well, through the Portuguese community who emigrated from Morocco. ......”
Friday is holy day for Muslims, they usually have this dish on Fridays – part of the culture.
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Historians have different opinions as to the origin of couscous. Some claim that couscous, like pasta, originated from China; while others trace its origin to East Africa. However the most plausible evidence points to a North African origin. Indeed, archaeological evidence dating back to the 9th Century and consisting of kitchen utensil needed to prepare this dish was found in this part of the world.
In the 11th century, the Arab -Islamic conquest helped disseminate couscous to all around the North-African region. Thus couscous was brought to Andalusia, and the Mediterranean perimeter. South America became acquainted with couscous as well, through the Portuguese community who emigrated from Morocco. ......”
Friday is holy day for Muslims, they usually have this dish on Fridays – part of the culture.
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2 comments:
Xiiiii que pratada !!!
Eu provei na Tunisia e gostei ... não sei se é semelhante :)
Angela
Sim, é mais ou menos igual em todo o lado (pelo que ouvi dizer) Hoje foi dia de Cuscus, já nem vou jantar! beijinho
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