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Quick Steamed Semolina Cakes
Light little cakes made with fine semolina, yogurt and baking powder, steamed in just 20 minutes. Ideal for a quick snack or a light accompaniment.
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Critical Success Points
- • Sift the semolina to avoid lumps
- • Achieve the right batter consistency (neither too liquid nor too thick)
- • Grease the molds to prevent sticking
- • Steam cooking without opening the lid
Safety Warnings
- • Watch out for hot steam: handle the pot with kitchen gloves.
- • Do not let the water evaporate completely under the pot.
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