Sweet Semolina: Halva Recipe

Name: Sweet Semolina: Halva
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces olive oil; 4 ounces finely ground semolina; 4 ounces coarsely ground semolina; 2 ounces blanched and finely chopped almonds; Ground cinnamon; 12 ounces water; 10 ounces sugar; 1/2 lemon; 1 teaspoon whole cloves; 1 cinnamon stick

Servings: persons

4 ounces olive oil
4 ounces finely ground semolina
4 ounces coarsely ground semolina
2 ounces blanched and finely chopped almonds
Ground cinnamon
12 ounces water
10 ounces sugar
1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick

1
Heat oil in a medium pot on medium-high heat.
2
Add the semolinas and almonds and stir constantly until the semolina is cooked and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
3
Remove from heat.
4
In a small pot, mix the water, sugar, lemon half, cloves, and cinnamon.
5
Place on high heat and bring to a boil.
6
Turn heat to medium-high heat and simmer until sugar has dissolved, about 6 minutes.
7
Pass through a sieve and discard lemon and spices.
8
Carefully, pour the syrup over the semolina and stir until well blended.
9
Cover the pot and let sit to absorb, about 10 minutes.
10
Spoon the mixture into 3 1/2 to 4-ounce ramekins and let cool.
11
Unmold onto a plate and sprinkle with cinnamon.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces olive oil, 4 ounces finely ground semolina, 4 ounces coarsely ground semolina, 2 ounces blanched and finely chopped almonds, and more.

Yes, Sweet Semolina: Halva falls under the General 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.

Sweet Semolina: Halva

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