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how sooji is made - #23880

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I am super curious about how sooji is made! I recently went to this local market and saw piles of it, and it got me thinking. I usually use it in my kheer and upma, but I never really thought about where it comes from. Like, is it just semolina? Does it come from wheat? I asked some people, and they seemed to have different ideas about how sooji is made. Some said it’s just ground down wheat and others think there's more to it. I started looking into it, and I found a few videos showing the whole grinding process but it wasn’t super clear. I mean, do they wash the wheat? Is there a difference between the sooji for different recipes or regions? And what about nutritional value—is homemade better than store-bought? I know I sound a bit silly, but I just want to understand more about how sooji is made and how I can use it better in my cooking. Anyone has insights or tips? Thanks a ton!

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Sooji, often known as semolina, is indeed a coarse flour made from durum wheat. It's fascinating how something so staple can come with layers of curiosity! So, let's dive into it. Yes, sooji's origin is wheat, specifically hard durum wheat. The process starts by cleaning the wheat first—reducing any foreign particles that may be mixed with it. So, to your question, does it get washed? Yep, kind of, in a mechanical cleaning way than with water. After cleaning, the wheat goes through milling. The hard outer shell, or bran, is stripped away during this step, leaving the starchy endosperm, which is then finely ground into coarse grains that become sooji. This grainy mound is what you see in the market. Now, while the process may seem straightforward, some intricate details might change depending on what texture or type you're aiming towards. Different regions and recipes may have small variances, but generally, sooji remains pretty consistent. Nutritionally, sooji is quite appealing! It's got carbohydrates and protein too, but the levels might change depending on how the wheat is processed, sometimes homemade sooji retains more of those natural oils and nutrients than industrial ones, but not necessarily always more nutritious by itself. If you enjoy traditional preparation, making your own might give a personal satisfaction but commercial sooji is generally well-milled for ease of use. And about using it better? Consider lightly roasting it before using in dishes like upma—it enhances the flavor and brings out a nutty aroma. You’re not silly at all for being curious! Sooji is a versatile ingredient capable of creating diverse textures—perfect for kheer or the savory upma you're enjoying. Happy cooking, and may your culinary adventures be rich and rewarding!
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