You have probably heard of all-purpose flour, wheat flour and corn flour, but did you know there is an amazing flour called semolina flour? Semolina flour is made from high-gluten flour made from hard durum wheat. This flour has a coarse texture and is high in gluten protein. Although us Malaysians might not be familiar with this flour, semolina flour is widely used in Italy as it is the main ingredient to make pasta.
Now that you have an idea of what semolina flour is, here is a list of benefits of the flour that you should know!
- High in vitamin Bs (Help to convert food into energy).
- High in protein and fiber (Help to slow down digestion and increase satiety).
- Can help with weight loss. (It can reduce the feeling of hunger and prevent gain).
- Good source of iron and magnesium (Provide support for red blood cell production, hearth health and blood sugar control).
Now let us continue with the top 10 list of semolina flour!
1. Prima Semolina Flour
Prima Semolina Flour is produced under a strict quality control, as evidenced by their achievement of the prestigious ISO 9002 certification in 1993. This top quality semolina flour will give you satisfying results in baking and cooking. It is ideal for sugar cakes, cookies, pudding, and soup, as well as baby weaning food.
Country of Origin: Singapore
Size Available: 500 g
Price: RM8.85
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. AKS Semolina Flour
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AKS Semolina Flour is proudly made in Malaysia. This flour is formulated specially for Indian dishes such as Suji Upma and Suji Ka Halwa. It is very easy to use and several tablespoons of this flour is enough to thicken up your dishes. It has an attractive yellow colour.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 300 g
Price: RM3.20
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Granoro Extra Durum Wheat Semolina
Granoro Extra Durum Wheat Semolina is made solely from the heart of the grain of the best durum wheat, which is the most nutritious part. It has an intense yellow colour and perfectly calculated grain size after being dried using special technologies that ensure long conservation times, resulting in the best possible dough. It is recommended for fresh, homemade pasta such as orecchiette, lasagne, and tagliolini, as well as traditional semolina soup due to the size of its grains.
Country of Origin: Italy
Size Available: 500 g and 1 kg
Price: RM5.90 (1 kg pack)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. De Cecco Semolina Flour
The De Cecco Semola Rimacinata di Grano Duro, made from a selection of our best durum wheat expertly ground in our mill, is especially suited to making fragrant home-made bread and excellent fettuccine, maccheroni alla chitarra, gnocchi, lasagna for baked dishes, cannelloni, and any other type of pasta with or without eggs.
Country of Origin: Italy
Size Available: 1 kg
Price: RM18.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Burung Merpati Semolina Flour
Burung Merpati Semolina Flour is made from coarse and purified durum wheat. Semolina is also known as Suji which is a popular breakfast and Indian dessert (halva) ingredient in India. This flour can be used to make a variety of Indian dishes such as Rava Dosa, Upma, Idli, and Suji cake. This flour can also be also used as the final batter to add extra crunch.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 400 g
Price: RM3.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Le 5 Stagioni Semolina Remilled Flour
Le 5 Stagioni Semolina Remilled Flour has a protein content of 12% in re-milled semolina (durum wheat). This flour is obtained from carefully selected grains, with excellent extensibility, absorption, and performance. It is particularly fine-grained and golden in colour, making it suitable for the production of extruded pasta as well as all types of pizza dough.
Country of Origin: Italy
Size Available: 1 kg
Price: RM11.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Caputo Semolina Flour
Caputo Semola di Grano Duro Rimacinata Semola Flour (Semolina Flour) is produced in Naples, Italy. Caputo Semolina is fine because it is made from twice milled durum wheat, it is golden yellow in colour, and it is high in gluten. When added to homemade pasta, this ingredient adds structure and bite, and when added to pastry dough, it brings out the rustic character.
Country of Origin: Italy
Size Available: 250 g and 1 kg
Price: RM3.90 (250 g pack)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Gemini Semolina Flour
Gemini Flour Mills, the king of Malaysian spices, is one of the leading producers of spice products, catering to a wide range of products used in everyday cooking. Their Gemini Semolina Flour is perfect to be used for Indian dishes and pasta making too. This product is proudly made in Malaysia.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 400 g
Price: RM3.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Clean Eating Classic Italian Semolina Flour
This soft pale yellow flour has it all: good looks, flavour, and versatility. Breads, pizzas, and pasta benefit from the nutty, sweet flavour and striking pale yellow colour of semolina, a coarse grind of high-protein durum wheat. It can also be used as a substitute for cornmeal on a baking sheet to keep bread from sticking, or boil it in milk (like grits) for a warm breakfast porridge.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 500 g
Price: RM8.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Bob’s Red Mill Semolina Pasta Flour
Are you just getting started with pasta making and aren’t sure which flour to use in your pasta dough recipe? Bob’s Red Mill Semolina Pasta Flour , which is manufactured from the best durum wheat, is often used to make fresh pasta dough, but it also produces a fantastic loaf of bread. With the same durum flour that experts use, you can now buy semolina flour and produce handmade pasta dough for lasagna, fettuccine, ravioli, and almost any other noodle form!
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 680 g
Price: RM24.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Not sure how to use this flour? Here are some pointers made just for you!
- For pizza crust. (For a crunchy exterior yet chewy pizza crust).
- For pasta dough (You can use it in any pasta recipe, whether water or egg-based).
- As a thickening agent. (Simply add the flour to a simmering dish and stir until it thickens).
- As a substitute for all-purpose and whole-wheat flour for bread-making. (It will give you a tender yet crisp crust baked goods).
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