Savoury Semolina Loaf Recipe

Name: Savoury Semolina Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 165 g semolina; 125 ml plain yogurt; 125 ml water; 1 1/2 cups frozen peas, defrosted; 2 tablespoons chopped onions; 1 small carrot, peeled and grated; 2 1/2 cm fresh ginger, peeled and crushed; 3/4 - 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; salt, to taste (season well); 3 tablespoons oil, plus extra for greasing; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

Servings: persons

165 g semolina
125 ml plain yogurt
125 ml water
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, defrosted
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 small carrot, peeled and grated
2 1/2 cm fresh ginger, peeled and crushed
3/4 - 1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
salt, to taste (season well)
3 tablespoons oil, plus extra for greasing
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

1
Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6 and oil a loaf tin.
2
In a large bowl, mix together the semolina, yoghurt, water, vegetables, ginger, chilli powder, turmeric and salt to make a fairly thick batter. Taste and adjust with more salt or spices if necessary.
3
Heat the oil in a small pan. Add the mustard, cumin and sesame seeds and cook, stirring frequently, for 20 seconds, or until the mustard seeds have popped and the cumin and sesame seeds are aromatic.
4
Stir the seeds and oil into the batter. If the batter is too thick, add a splash of water.
5
Stir in the bicarbonate of soda and immediately pour the mixture into the tin. Transfer to the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden-brown. It's ready when a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool and become crisp in the tin.
6
Serve in wedges, either on its own or with Green chutney.

262

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 165 g semolina, 125 ml plain yogurt, 125 ml water, 1 1/2 cups frozen peas, defrosted, and more.

Yes, Savoury Semolina Loaf falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Savoury Semolina Loaf

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