Semolina Flour

Assorted fried seafood known as fritto misto di pesce is hugely popular in Campania, but it is also found all over Italy. However, fritto misto is one of those dishes that differs widely across the country. Along the Italian seaside, it will alway... READ MORE

This classic Greek dish consists of squid rings and tentacles that are seasoned, dredged in flour, and fried until crispy and golden brown. Fried calamari is a restaurant staple, typically enjoyed as an appetizer or a meze dish. It is usually comp... READ MORE

This traditional Greek dessert consists of numerous phyllo sheets that are sprinkled with melted butter and coupled with a light semolina custard. When baked and well-chilled, the pastry is traditionally doused in the orange spiced, sugary syrup, ... READ MORE

Though they are thought to have originated in ancient Phoenicia, melomakaronas are nowadays a typical Greek Christmas treat. These delicious semolina cookies are traditionally flavored with honey, orange zest, cinnamon and other spices, olive oil,... READ MORE

M'semen is a traditional Maghrebi flatbread made with a combination of flour, semolina, sugar, salt, yeast, warm water, oil, and clarified butter. The dough is kneaded until it becomes smooth, and pieces of it are then flattened and shaped into sq... READ MORE

Baghrir is a soft and spongy Moroccan and Algerian pancake made with semolina flour. It is characterized by numerous holes on its surface, a result of yeast-produced bubbles in the batter that form and break as the pancake cooks. The pancake is co... READ MORE

A close relative of galaktoboureko—that is distinguished by the use of phyllo sheets—classic Greek galatopita combines semolina, milk, eggs, butter, and sugar into a creamy, custard-like treat. Often enriched with citrus zest ... READ MORE

Hailing from Zakynthos, this traditional Greek dessert is prepared with fine semolina flour that is cooked in water until thick and creamy. The mixture is then poured into a deep tray, and when set, it is cut into large rectangular or diamond-shap... READ MORE

İrmik helvası is a granular Turkish dessert made with semolina, butter, sugar, milk, and pine nuts. Although the ingredients are simple, the preparation of irmik helvasi requires great skills. Sweetened hot milk is stirred into the semolina with t... READ MORE

Rechta is a traditional dish consisting of thin and flat noodles and chicken sauce. The noodles are made with a combination of flour, salt, and water, while the sauce is made with chicken pieces, onions, garlic, oil, chickpeas, ras el hanout, cinn... READ MORE

These soft dumplings consist of whole apricots that are wrapped in a thin layer of leavened, potato, or fresh cheese dough. Always served warm, the dumplings are usually complemented with melted butter, cinnamon sugar, poppy seeds, or sweetened ch... READ MORE

This Greek almond cake is traditionally associated with Kefalonia, but its varieties are found throughout the country. The cake typically consists of ground and chopped almonds, breadcrumbs or semolina flour, eggs, and the optional addition of cog... READ MORE

These traditional Czech dumplings consist of a pliable, soft dough that is wrapped around whole strawberries. Whether they are made with leavened, potato, or quark cheese dough, the end result is always a delectable, visually appealing treat. Just... READ MORE

Greek fruit jam tarts are popular desserts that pair a flaky shortcrust pastry with various fruit jam fillings. They are either baked as a single, large tart, or in the form of small, individually-portioned tartlets. Popular fillings include straw... READ MORE

One of the classics of traditional Czech cuisine are these sweet, succulent plum dumplings known as švestkové knedlíky. They are prepared with leavened, potato, or fresh cheese dough that is wrapped around whole pitted plums. ... READ MORE

Khobz el dar is an Algerian and Moroccan bread that requires no kneading. It consists of semolina, salt, sugar, yeast, oil, eggs, milk, and optional sesame seeds for decoration. Once it has been baked, the bread develops a soft and tender texture ... READ MORE

Fatoot is a traditional Arabian bread often served as a side dish or breakfast item, especially during Ramadan. Originating from the Medina region, it has been a staple in households for generations. Fatoot is known for its unique preparation and ... READ MORE

Pane coccoi, also known as coccoi a pitzus, is a traditional Sardinian bread renowned for its intricate designs and cultural significance. Crafted primarily from durum wheat semolina, water, salt, and natural yeast, this bread is distinguished by ... READ MORE