Couscous (Durum Semolina) vs. Steel-Cut Oats (Irish Oats)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
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.
Steel-cut oats are whole oat groats chopped into two or three pinhead-sized pieces without steaming or rolling. Per 100g raw, they deliver 379 kcal, 67.7g carbohydrates (10.1g fiber), 15.8g protein, and 6.5g fat with a low glycemic index of 52.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
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376 kcal | 379 kcal |
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Carbohydrates
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77.4 g | 67.7 g |
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Dietary Fiber
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5.0 g | 10.1 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
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72.4 g | 57.6 g |
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Protein
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12.8 g | 15.8 g |
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Total Fat
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0.64 g | 6.52 g |
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Glycemic Index (GI)
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65 (Medium) | 52 (Low) |
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Water Content
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8.6 g | 8.8 g |
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Gluten Status
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Contains Gluten | Naturally Gluten-Free |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
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1.0 : 1.0 (Boiling water to couscous) | 3.0 : 1.0 (Liquid to Oats) |