Semolina
Semolina (semolina) - coarse wheat. Semolina is popular and loved all over the world for a long time. It is made only from different varieties of wheat. When making semolina, wheat grains are pre-cleaned and very strongly crushed. The diameter of the semolina particles is about 0.30-0.75 mm. Thanks to such a strong crushing, a high homogeneity of the semolina is achieved.
The ratio of BJU in the product
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According to the type of wheat grain used, semolina can be soft (from soft wheat), partially hard (from soft with 20% part of durum wheat) and hard (from durum wheat).
Nutritional value and calorie content of semolina
The useful properties of semolina are extremely diverse. It contains proteins, starch, as well as a large amount of minerals and vitamins.
So, one hundred grams of semolina contains 0.2 g of saturated fatty acids, 0.5 g of ash, 68.5 g of mono- and disaccharides, 14 g of water and 3.6 g of dietary fiber.
100 grams of semolina contains 3 mg of vitamin PP, 2.55 mg of vitamin E, 23 μg of vitamin B9, 0.17 mg of vitamin B2, 0.14 mg of vitamin B1.
100 g of semolina contains 8.9 μg of titanium, 3.2 μg of tin, 11.5 μg of nickel, 570 μg of aluminum, 25 μg of cobalt, 6 μg of silicon, 103 μg of vanadium, 63 μg of boron, 11.3 μg of molybdenum.
In addition, cereals contain 20 μg fluoride, 1 μg chromium, 0.44 μg manganese, 0.59 μg iron, 70 μg zinc, 2.55 μg copper, 75 μg sulfur, 21 μg chlorine, 85 μg phosphorus, 130 μg potassium, 18 mcg magnesium and 20 mcg calcium.
Potassium in semolina helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system, and iron helps red blood cells to function.
Vitamin E in cereals ensures the full functioning of the nervous system. Therefore, semolina is useful for depression, breakdowns and chronic fatigue.
The calorie content of semolina depends on the method of its preparation. In its pure form, one hundred grams of semolina contains about 360 kcal.
The calorie content of semolina is significantly increased by adding butter, condensed milk or jam to it. Pure semolina, cooked in water without sugar and salt, is considered a dietary product. Based on this, semolina porridge can be consumed to the same extent by people suffering from exhaustion and overweight people. Nutritionists say that semolina is very useful for anemia.
Useful properties of semolina
The main benefit of semolina is that it digests rather quickly and therefore is easily absorbed by the body without irritating the stomach. There is little fiber in this cereal, but starch and vegetable protein are high in abundance. There are fewer minerals and vitamins in semolina in comparison with other cereals.
Due to its many beneficial properties, semolina is often included in a therapeutic diet for people suffering from diseases of the digestive system. An important benefit of semolina is that it is able to restore the vitality of the body and cure various diseases of the stomach. Semolina can help soothe cramps and stomach or ulcer pain. Semolina porridge should also be consumed by people with kidney or heart failure.
The use of semolina in old age helps to strengthen bones, nails and hair.
Dietary fiber in semolina may help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Semolina is the only cereal known to be digested in the lower intestines, which helps to cleanse and remove mucus and excess fats.
Semolina contains a lot of protein - gluten (gluten). In some people, gluten consumption causes an allergic reaction and intestinal upset. In addition, this protein can provoke the development of celiac disease (a violation of the digestive process).
Semolina contains phytin. Phosphorus in phytin strongly binds calcium salts in the body and prevents their penetration into blood plasma. The parathyroid glands replenish the lack of calcium salts in the blood, extracting them from human bones. Thus, semolina benefits only with its moderate use. Excessive consumption reduces the beneficial properties of semolina and reduces the required concentration of calcium in the blood. That is why children should not be given more than two servings of semolina per day.
Ways to use semolina
Semolina is used to prepare semolina porridge, semolina pies (manna).
Semolina is often fortified with corn or oatmeal, cinnamon, vanilla, dried fruit, honey, and other natural ingredients rich in nutrients and vitamins.
Groats are an essential component of various puddings, casseroles, soufflés, salads, soups.
Eastern chefs prepare an unusual dish from semolina (with meat and vegetables), difficult to prepare, but very nutritious and tasty.
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