Ingredients

  • 4 ounces olive oil
  • 4 ounces finely ground semolina
  • 4 ounces coarsely ground semolina
  • 2 ounces blanched and finely chopped almonds
  • Ground cinnamon
  • 12 ounces water
  • 10 ounces sugar
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick

Method

  • Heat oil in a medium pot on medium-high heat.
  • Add the semolinas and almonds and stir constantly until the semolina is cooked and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a small pot, mix the water, sugar, lemon half, cloves, and cinnamon.
  • Place on high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Turn heat to medium-high heat and simmer until sugar has dissolved, about 6 minutes.
  • Pass through a sieve and discard lemon and spices.
  • Carefully, pour the syrup over the semolina and stir until well blended.
  • Cover the pot and let sit to absorb, about 10 minutes.
  • Spoon the mixture into 3 1/2 to 4-ounce ramekins and let cool.
  • Unmold onto a plate and sprinkle with cinnamon.