Layali Lubnan | Lebanese Nights | Traditional Lebanese Dessert | Semolina Pudding | Chef Saim Sarosh

rose water

Substituting with orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

semolina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Combine semolina, sugar, and pre-boiled milk in a pot over medium heat.

Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.

Add rose water; mix well.

Pour the mixture into a greased dish and spread evenly.

Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

Prepare the sugar syrup by combining sugar, water, rose water, and a lemon slice in a pot; bring to a boil and then let it cool.

Spread whipped cream over the chilled semolina base.

Garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals.

Serve chilled.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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