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The semolina is a valuable food product that is obtained by grinding wheat or corn grains, as a result of which we know wheat and corn semolina. Its wide use in cooking is quite common in our country, but in other countries with semolina are prepared various breads, cakes and porridges.

Types of semolina

Basically, semolina is of two types - coarse-grained semolina, which is obtained after a single coarse grinding of the grain, and fine-grained semolina, whose processing is more precise and is sifted after the first grinding or after re-grinding of the coarse-grained semolina.

The dimensions of the semolina are from 0.25 to 0.75 mm, respectively.

For the production of pasta, couscous, spaghetti and other pasta dough, fine-grained semolina is the main raw material. It is interesting to note that although it is finely ground, semolina is a more granular product than flour.

Composition of semolina

According to USDA Nutrient Database 100 grams of dry product contain:

Water - 12.67 g

Protein - 12.68 g

Fat - 1.05 g

Carbohydrates - 68.93 g

Fiber - 3.9 g

In 100 grams semolina on average it contains about 360 calories (depending on the variety of wheat).

Of the vitamins in semolina can enviable amounts of: Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0.387 mg, Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0.28 mg, Niacin (vitamin B3 or PP) - 0.08 mg, Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) - 0.58 mg, Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) - 0.103 mg, folic acid (vitamin B9) - 72 mcg.

The mineral content of semolina is also high. 100 g of product contain: Potassium - 186 mg, Calcium - 17 mg, Magnesium - 47 mg, Sodium - 1 mg, Phosphorus - 136 mg, Iron - 1.23 mg, Manganese - 619 mcg, Copper - 189 mcg, Zinc - 1.05 mg

Semolina in cooking

Semolina is widely used in the preparation of many porridges, sauces, soups, casserole, pastries, bread, cakes, tutmanitsa, desserts and a variety of creams. The favorite of many Bulgarians ashura is unthinkable to prepare without semolina. C semolina you can prepare different types of strudel and pudding, as well as many snacks, side dishes, appetizers.

The semolina has the ability to quickly increase its volume several times during culinary processing. In most cases, semolina is boiled to swell, but in some recipes (for example, for fruit pies) is used raw, because then it absorbs moisture or liquid.

Although relatively easy to prepare, there are a few important rules to follow when making milk porridge with semolina. It is necessary to use the right amount of product for the amount of liquid, otherwise you risk the porridge to become hard and not very pleasant to the taste. The exact measures and proportions of liquid and semolina are usually indicated on the product packaging.

When preparing porridge, cream with semolina, it should be poured slowly into already boiling water and stirred constantly until thickened. If not mixed, you will get unpleasant lumps and you will not reach the desired smooth consistency. Himself semolina it should not be boiled for more than 2 minutes, because this, in addition to deteriorating its taste, leads to the loss of many of the valuable substances in it.

Always prepare the porridge with semolina shortly before serving. Especially nice porridge is made with the addition of butter, some nuts, dried fruits, jam, marmalades and even cookies. Be sure to sweeten the semolina porridge, because semolina is tasteless.

Recipe for semolina milk

Heat in a bowl of water bath on the stove 800 ml of milk, 500 ml of water and 1 tsp. sugar until the mixture boils. Pour in a thin stream of wheat semolina, stirring constantly, and simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat, add the vanilla and pour into bowls. If desired, you can add nuts or dried fruits to the semolina. Allow the bowls to cool completely in the refrigerator and serve upside down in a saucer.

Benefits of semolina

The semolina is not only an appetizing food, but also one of the healthy products that can often be present on our table. Semolina is easily digested by the body, which makes it a suitable food for stomach problems. This is the reason why semolina is used to make baby porridge. Often diets or different diets for weight loss are compiled semolina.

Semolina is rich in vitamins and minerals, high in protein and easily digested by the digestive system. It has the ability to remove fat and mucus from our body. All these benefits are possible only if moderate amounts of the product are consumed.

Harm from semolina

If you include small amounts of semolina in your menu, this should not lead to side effects and consequences. But it is important to note that its consumption should not be overdone, because semolina contains gluten. Gluten and in particular gliadin (glycoprotein, in gluten) can provoke the development of allergic reactions, diarrhea, dermatitis and eczema. There are data from studies that about 15% of older people have an intolerance to gluten, which makes semolina a contraindicated food for them. Porridge with semolina should be given to babies under 1 year.

Diets with semolina

Semolina is one of the components of the famous Mediterranean diet, which has been proven to help those who follow it less often to get the most common form of senile dementia - Alzheimer's disease. The diet includes mostly fish, vegetable and pasta based semolina. This diet helps to deal with depression, to improve memory, to control cholesterol levels. You can also have an unloading day with semolina every week, during the day you should eat porridge with semolina, water and a little cinnamon, as well as drink at least 2 liters of water. 1-2 apples are allowed.