Morocco is a country that heavily emphasizes food as an integral part of their culture. When Moroccans invite you as a guest into their homes they always serve you a cup of hot mint tea with a lot of sugar accompanied with cookies and other sweets. I always enjoy a nice cup of tea upon my arrival at home. This article, in particular, is about another tradition: Couscous Fridays. Almost every Friday, my family and I eat Couscous and, in this article, I describe what Couscous is and what I eat it with.
Friday is a religious day in Morocco, most Moroccans go to pray at their local Mosque. Most families also cook a delicious meal called Couscous for lunch. Couscous is a dish with its main ingredient being the wheat semolina grain served with chicken and vegetables. This dish is usually accompanied by a sour milk drink; however, I politely decline the sour milk because I personally do not like how it tastes. I really enjoy the vegetables this dish comes with which often includes potatoes, squash, sweet potatoes and garbanzo beans.
