Traditional Greek Semolina Batter Recipe

2022-11-15

By Greek Cuisine Lover

Greek Cuisine

Breakfast, Dessert

Experience the delicious flavors of Greece with this Traditional Greek Semolina Batter recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert, this batter can be used to make a variety of dishes.

Pitfalls on Semolina Batter

 Consistency: Semolina batter can be difficult to get the consistency right, as the semolina grains can make the batter too thick or too grainy. To achieve the perfect consistency, start with a small amount of semolina and gradually add it to your batter until you reach your desired thickness. If you end up with a grainy batter, use a stick blender or food processor to blend the batter until it's smooth.

 Mixing: Semolina batter can also be difficult to mix evenly, as the semolina grains tend to sink to the bottom of the bowl. To avoid this, mix the batter regularly while you're working with it, and be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl often.

 Gluten-free: Avoiding gluten can also make semolina batter challenging, as semolina is made from wheat and contains gluten. To make a gluten-free semolina batter, you can try using alternatives like cornmeal or rice flour in place of the semolina.

 Cooking method: The cooking method for semolina batter can also be a challenge, as it often requires frying. The challenge here is in getting the oil temperature right, as this will affect how well the batter cooks and how crispy it becomes. Use a thermometer to monitor the oil temperature closely, and avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.

 Seasoning: Semolina batter can be quite bland on its own, so the seasonings you choose are key to making it flavorful. Experiment with different seasonings like garlic powder, cumin, or smoked paprika to add depth and flavor to your batter.

 Serving suggestion: Semolina batter is often served as a snack or side dish, but choosing the right dipping sauce or accompaniment can be a challenge. Consider serving it with a spicy mayonnaise dip, a cooling yoghurt dip, or a fresh herb salad to cut through the richness.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of semolina

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp of sugar

• 1 tsp of vanilla extract

• 1 tsp of baking powder

• 1/2 tsp of salt

• 2 cups of milk

• 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup of melted butter

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix together the semolina, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.

3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.

4. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes before using.

5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Using a ladle, pour the batter onto the pan to form circular pancakes.

6. Cook until bubbles begin to form on the surface, then flip and cook for another minute or two.

7. Serve hot with honey, syrup, or fresh fruit.

Preparation Time 10 min

Cook Time 15 min

Total time 25 min

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 250

Fat: 10 g

Saturated Fat: 6 g

Carbohydrates: 33 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 7 g

Protein: 6 g

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