Semolina
What is Semolina?
Semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is produced by milling the wheat grain into coarse granules. The colour of semolina ranges from pale yellow to golden.
Is Semolina vegan?
Semolina is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Semolina gluten-free?
Semolina is derived from wheat, which is a cereal containing gluten.
What is Semolina used for?
Semolina is primarily used in the production of pasta and couscous due to its firm texture when cooked.
Is Semolina safe?
Semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein and fibre.
Why it's used
Semolina is primarily used in the production of pasta and couscous due to its firm texture when cooked. It is also used in puddings, breakfast cereals, and some baked goods like biscuits and bread, where it can contribute to a desirable crispness or texture.
Health notes
Semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein and fibre. It is not an additive and is considered a basic food ingredient. As a product of wheat, it contains gluten. The UK's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) oversees the regulation of basic foodstuffs.
Allergen info
Semolina is derived from wheat, which is a cereal containing gluten. Gluten is one of the 14 allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
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