Semolina

Semolina

Semolina is a type of coarse flour made from durum wheat, which is a hard variety of wheat. It has a distinctive pale yellow color and a slightly gritty texture. Semolina is commonly used in cooking and baking, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

The durum wheat kernels are ground to a coarse consistency, resulting in semolina flour. This flour is versatile and has a variety of culinary uses. It is a key ingredient in making pasta, such as Italian pasta varieties like spaghetti, macaroni, and lasagna sheets. Semolina gives pasta its characteristic firm texture and allows it to hold its shape when cooked.

In addition to pasta, semolina is also used to make couscous, a traditional North African dish. Couscous is made by mixing semolina with water to create small, granular pellets that are steamed or boiled before being served as a base for stews, vegetables, or meat dishes.