What Can I Cook With Semolina?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with semolina
Got semolina in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Semolina
What Can I Cook With Semolina And...
🧅🍅With Onion + Tomato:
- →Upma
- →Rava Uttapam
- →Bombay Rava Toast
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Rava Paratha
- →Bombay Rava Toast
- →Rava Dosa
Common Mistakes When Cooking Semolina
- ✕Don't add semolina directly to boiling water - it clumps; roast first
- ✕Always roast semolina in ghee or oil for better flavor and texture
- ✕Add water slowly while stirring constantly to prevent lumps
- ✕Don't skip resting the batter for rava dosa - it needs 15-20 minutes
- ✕Use correct water-to-semolina ratio: 2:1 for upma, 3:1 for dosa batter
How to Store Semolina
Semolina lasts 6-12 months in an airtight container. Store in cool, dry place.
Learn more about semolina storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with semolina for breakfast?
Upma, rava dosa, rava idli, rava uttapam, suji ka cheela, or sooji halwa are all popular breakfast options.
Is semolina the same as suji?
Yes, semolina, suji, and rava are the same thing - coarsely ground durum wheat. Used extensively in Indian cooking.
What is the fastest dish to make with semolina?
Suji ka cheela (semolina pancake) takes 10-12 minutes. Upma takes about 15 minutes.
Can semolina be frozen?
Dry semolina doesn't need freezing. Cooked dishes like upma can be frozen for up to 2 months.
What spices go well with semolina?
Mustard seeds, curry leaves, cumin, green chili, ginger, cashews, and ghee enhance semolina dishes.