Turkish Semolina Halva | Semolina Halva | How to make semolina halva |

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while maintaining richness.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor complexity.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and adds a nutty flavor.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and provide similar crunch.

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until foamy.

Add semolina and stir continuously until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.

In a separate pot, combine water, sugar, and milk; heat until sugar dissolves.

Slowly pour the liquid mixture into the semolina, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cardamom; mix well.

Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides.

Remove from heat and fold in lemon zest, raisins, and nuts.

Transfer to a greased dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing into squares.

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional nuts if desired.

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