Something about semolina
Semolina is a name for coarsely milled durum wheat, and as such contains a lot of gluten. This food should not be consumed if you have a gluten intolerance, have an allergy to gluten, or are celiac.
Semolina (gris/griz/Grieß) is an amazing and versatile type of porridge, that is also very cheap and full of protein. It's been around for ages, and has fed many people from a very young age. This article will bring you lots of lazy ideas and recipes that really don't require much preparation, but will fill your stomach for very little money. The very first poverty recipe on this site, with hopefully many more to come.
The Price of Comfort
While mac'n'cheese hold the title of the comfort food, it is not the case in many countries, and it is not a very healthy option considering the amount of sodium it contains. Semolina, when prepared as will be discussed, is a warm meal that delivers childhood comfort nostalgia straight into your nervous system.
Semolina flour prices seem to vary a lot depending on the country, with the range being between 1 euro per 1 kilogram, to 10 dollars per 24oz, but considering how simple the recipe is and how little you will use for each meal, it's one of the cheapest things to buy in the long run. Definitely worth keeping it in stock for rainy days.
How to make it?
It is a poverty recipe, but also a depression recipe, due to it's simplicity. You have to eat, no matter what you're going through at the moment.
Preferably with a lovely pattern or an animal on it. A bowl with pastel colours works well, too.
The amount will depend on your appetite and the size of the bowl, and will be about the same as the finished product.
The heat should be medium, to prevent the milk from burning.
Check with your finger or have a taste with your spoon.
Depending on the amount of milk, you can even go with 3 spoons if you wish to have a very thick meal.
Use this time to contemplate your life and cringe at that silly thing you did 6 years ago.
That's literally it.
What about taste?
On it's own, semolina meal tastes quite neutral and bland, which lends to many options to making it actually good and heart-warming. Here are some ideas and variations!
Cow milk
Goat milk
Lactose-free milk
Oat milk
Almond milk
About anything that has milk properties, really
Honey
Nutella
Cocoa powder
Wild berries
Nuts
Sugar
Vanilla sugar
Müsli
Corn flakes
Rice puffs
Granola mix
You can add almost anything to a semolina meal. Have fun and mix in your favourite things!
Last words
People across the world use semolina flour for all kinds of crazy meals, from sweet pancakes, cakes and cookies, to savory tortillas. The recipe above is an easy one, for those rainy Sundays, or rainy weeks. You can eat it fresh from the stove, or leave it to cool down and have a more pudding-like consistency. Up to your preferences!
Hope you enjoy this lovely meal!
