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Cooking With Mamma Greek Halva - Semolina Pudding

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Greek Halva

Cultural Context

Greek Halva has roots in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, traditionally made as a sweet treat during Lent. This dessert symbolizes simplicity and resourcefulness, using basic pantry ingredients. Today, variations abound, with different nuts and flavorings, making it a beloved treat across the globe.

GRGRdessert
6 servings
Servings4
3 cups semolina
1 cup vegetable oil or sunflower oil
5-7 cups water
3 cups sugar
walnuts (optional)
raisins (optional)
1

Add 1 cup of vegetable oil or sunflower oil to a bowl.

2

Pour in 3 cups of semolina and mix it with the oil.

3

In a separate pot, add 5-7 cups of water and 3 cups of sugar to make the syrup.

4

Heat the syrup mixture while preparing the semolina.

5

Lightly sauté the semolina mixture until it turns light brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

6

Once the semolina is lightly browned, remove it from heat.

7

Pour the syrup over the semolina mixture carefully.

8

Mix the semolina and syrup together until combined.

9

Transfer the mixture to a plate or dish and shape it as desired.

10

Let the halva cool before serving.

Equipment Needed

bowlpot

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nuts

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