What is Khus Khus and where is it found?how is it supposed to be eaten and with which accompaniments?

Question

What is Khus Khus and where is it found?how is it supposed to be eaten and with which accompaniments?

Answer 1

you use couscous in a meal instead ov patatoes.

Answer 2

In India Khus Khus is a term used for the Poppy seeds which is often used in Indian cuisne to give a typical aroma to the spicy curry.

Secondly in European countries Khus Khus is small granular material which is eaten after boiling in water and mixed with some vegetables and little spice.

In my opinion all the above answers are correct in their places.

Answer 3

couscous -- buy it in almost any grocery store and follow the directions on the package.  I like it with salt, pepper, and some veggies mixed in.

yum

Answer 4

Khus Khus also known as Poppy seeds.These small, dried, bluish-gray seeds of the poppy plant measure less than 1⁄16 inch in diameter- . Poppy seeds have a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor. They're used as a filling in various cakes, pastries and coffee cakes, as a topping for myriad baked goods, in salad dressings and in a variety of cooked dishes-particularly those originating in central Europe, the Middle East and India. Poppy seeds can be purchased whole or ground in most supermarkets. There are also beige and brown poppy seeds, which are more commonly available in Asian or Middle Eastern markets. Because of their high oil content, all poppy seeds are prone to rancidity. They should therefore be stored, airtight, in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. The flavor of poppy seed is augmented by toasting.

In Ayurveda plant:

  English name    :Khus-Khus Grass

Ayurvedic name  :Sevendara

Scientific name   : Vertiveria zizaniodies

Curative Properties This plant is used in the treatment of typhoid fever, haemoptysis, phtisis, anaemia, and skin and blood diseases. It is also used for urinary disorders, piles and as a coolant and blood purifier .

Answer 5

Khuskhus is poppy seeds. It  is  used in both sweets and savories. It has a particular flavor and is used in  kheer, curries, curries with gravies etc. It is also used to make Bhang(thandai).

In south it is used to make the khuskhus kheer called as 'ghasghase payasa'. Also to make 'khajjya' or 'athirasa/ Anarasa'.

You should not use it too much as it makes you feel sleepy.

Answer 6

Couscous is pasta formed into small balls. It can be 'cooked' by putting it in a bowl, cover with boiling water or stock and allow it to stand for about 10 minutes. It has no flavour and needs to be spiced up with chopped herbs, ground spices and lemon or lime juice. You can use bulgur wheat the same way. Twice the stock/water to the amount of bulgur.

Traditionally from North Africa, couscous is usually an accompaniment to a stewed leg of lamb and vegetables such a s peppers and aubergine. Often flavoured with mint and/or cummin.

I think we all might owe someone an apology - is there really a medicinal plant called khus-khus - or are you having us on?

Sorry guys, its ground up poppy seed and I've no idea what you eat it with!

Answer 7

its called cous cous. its is similar in preperation to rice. You put the dried couscous in a bowl with boiling water and put a plate over the top to prevent heat escaping. You can buy different flavoured cous cous. plain stuff is the nicest i think and it tastes good with baked beans - its really easy to make!!

Answer 8

It is known as poppy seeds...it is a type of seeds which is grown in a soil...n  it is use in Indian spices....like mutton preparation.....chicken ...veg kolhapuri n.....etc...mostly it is use in bhang (holi special drink) its affect on human if u eat it very much u feel like sleepy.................