Sweet Semolina

Name: Sweet Semolina
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 40
Ingredients: Semolina 0.85 cup; Whole milk 4 ¼ cups; Sugar ½ cup; Lemon peel 1; Breadcrumbs 1 ¼ cup; Eggs 2; Powdered sugar to taste; Peanut seed oil to taste

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294

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 294
Carbohydrates g 33.5
of which sugars g 13.7
Protein g 6.5
Fats g 14.9
of which saturated fat g 4.09
Fiber g 1
Cholesterol mg 39
Sodium mg 134

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Makes: 40
Cost: Low
Note + 8 hours of rest

PRESENTATION

Sweet semolina fritters, or 'semolino dolce', are just something else in the world of semolina dessert traditions from Piedmont, Italy. Honestly, this region's all about rustic, comforting foods. And look, these little squares of tender, golden goodness—really really show off what Piedmontese cooking is all about. Locals serve them up as part of the famous fritto misto alla piemontese, this big, joyous platter of fried delights—meats, veggies, fruit, and, of course, sweet semolina fritters. Might sound unusual at first, but trust me, the way the crispy breading on the semolina works with other fried bits makes each bite super special.

Piedmont folks have always made do with what's on hand, and these fritters are a perfect example of turning simple stuff into something that tastes so so good and feels kind of nostalgic, you know? Take a bite of these semolina pudding treats, and you’ll get this mix of sweet, lemony flavors—thanks to the sugar and fresh lemon zest stirred in. Inside's moist, outside's all crispy and golden from being fried just right.

While the Piedmontese version's famous for its spot in fritto misto, similar semolina sweets pop up in other Italian regions with little twists. Some might add a bit of orange zest or swap the breadcrumbs for something finer. But the basic idea? Pretty much stays the same. Compared to things like semolina halva or semolina cake found elsewhere, these fritters have their own unique vibe—simple, homey and made to share. Seriously.

Often showing up at family gatherings or as a sweet end to big meals, they give everyone a taste of old-school Piedmont. If you dig exploring semolina recipes, these fritters make a fun change from more common semolina flour desserts, bringing a tender bite and lots of tradition to the table. Next time you want to try something a bit different, dive into this tasty piece of Piedmontese culture and share the joy of these awesome bites with friends and family. Can't go wrong.

INGREDIENTS

294

Calories per serving

Semolina 0.85 cup (200 g)

Whole milk 4 ¼ cups (1 l)

Sugar ½ cup (90 g)

Lemon peel 1

Breadcrumbs 1 ¼ cup (150 g)

Eggs 2

Powdered sugar to taste

for frying: Peanut seed oil to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Sweet Semolina

To prepare the sweet semolina, pour the milk into a saucepan 1, flavor with the zest of a lemon 2 and the sugar. Melt the sugar, and when the milk boils, remove the lemon zest 3.

Gradually pour in the semolina and whisk 4. Replace the whisk with a spatula and continue to cook over low heat for about 20 minutes until well set 5. Grease a 15.75 x 11.81 inch tray with vegetable oil 6.

Pour the semolina 7 and level it well with a spatula to distribute it evenly 8, cover with plastic wrap and let it cool at room temperature, then transfer to the fridge to set 9 for 8 hours or overnight.

Turn the semolina out onto a cutting board 10 11. Cut with a smooth-bladed knife into oblique strips about 1.18-1.57 inches wide 12.

Then cut vertical strips, also 1.18-1.57 inches wide 13 to create diamonds, yielding about 40 pieces. Beat the eggs in a bowl 14. Now dip the diamonds first into the egg 15.

Then into the breadcrumbs 16 and place on a tray 17. Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan, and when it reaches 338°F, immerse the diamonds 18

fry in the hot oil a few at a time until golden brown, just a few minutes 19. Drain on kitchen paper 20. Serve the sweet semolina with powdered sugar and enjoy immediately 21!

Storage

Sweet semolina is best consumed immediately. It is not recommended to store it.

Tip

For perfect frying, immerse a few pieces at a time and use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the correct oil temperature. For those with a sweet tooth, you can melt some dark chocolate in a double boiler and pour it over the sweet semolina!

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Sweet Semolina

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INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Sweet Semolina

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