Semolina Pudding
A warm, comforting semolina pudding with toasted nuts and sweet raisins, finished with a delicate touch of rose petals. This simple Indian-inspired dessert comes together in minutes and is perfect for a cozy treat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
- 1 cup semolina
- 4 tablespoons ghee
- ½ cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
- ¼ cup raisins
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon dried rose petals
Instructions
- 1
Heat 4 tbsp ghee in a heavy pan over medium heat. Add 1 cup semolina and toast, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 0.5 cup mixed nuts and 0.25 cup raisins. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, until nuts are toasted and raisins plump slightly.
- 3
Carefully pour in 2 cups water (mixture will splutter). Stir well and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- 4
Add 0.5 cup sugar and stir until dissolved. Cook, stirring often, until pudding thickens and pulls away from the pan, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with 1 tbsp dried rose petals.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed pan
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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