Side-by-Side Comparison
Staple Grains & Cereals
Bulgur Wheat vs. Couscous (Durum Semolina)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Bulgur Wheat
Couscous (Durum Semolina)
Bulgur is parboiled, dried, and cracked whole durum wheat. Per 100g raw, it delivers 342 kcal, 75.9g carbohydrates (18.3g fiber), 12.3g protein, and 1.33g fat with a low glycemic index of 46.
Couscous consists of small steamed granules of rolled durum wheat semolina. Per 100g dry, it provides 376 kcal, 77.4g carbohydrates (5.0g fiber), 12.8g protein, and 0.64g fat with a medium glycemic index of 65.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
342 kcal | 376 kcal |
|
Carbohydrates
|
75.9 g | 77.4 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
18.3 g | 5.0 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
57.6 g | 72.4 g |
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Protein
|
12.3 g | 12.8 g |
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Total Fat
|
1.33 g | 0.64 g |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
46 (Low) | 65 (Medium) |
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Water Content
|
9.0 g | 8.6 g |
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Gluten Status
|
Contains Gluten | Contains Gluten |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
|
2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) | 1.0 : 1.0 (Boiling water to couscous) |
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