
A refreshing chilled dessert with a milky semolina base and a glossy orange jelly layer; served in neat squares.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Combine the milk, semolina and 150 g of the sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, and keep cooking for 5-6 minutes after it boils, until thick.
- 2
Take off the heat, add the butter and whisk for 2-3 minutes. Pour into a dish of about 20x20 cm, smooth the top and let cool for 20 minutes.
- 3
Stir the orange juice, remaining sugar and cornstarch together in a saucepan while cold until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 5-6 minutes until it boils and becomes a glossy jelly.
- 4
Let the orange jelly cool for a few minutes, then pour it gently over the back of a spoon onto the semolina layer.
- 5
Once at room temperature, chill for at least 3 hours. Cut into squares and serve cold.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 231 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
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