Traditional soji recipe will become a family favourite

This traditional soji recipe will soon become a family favourite.

Sent in by expat, Pamela Naidoo, this recipe is from her late mother, Tilda Naidoo.

“The recipes I share are ones that have heavily influenced my life,” explained Pamela.

“They also help me keep my mother’s memory alive…”

Pamela is sure this recipe will quickly become a staple in your home!

If you are trying this recipe, submit your photos and comments to ncschools@caxton.co.za

Cooking Time – 20 minutes, Preparation Time – 10 minutes, Serves – Six people.

Ingredients:

• 150g butter
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• ½ tsp elachi (cardamom) powder
• 1 cup of semolina
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp egg yellow food colouring
• Fresh cream
• Coloured almonds

Method:

• Brown the semolina in a pot, then add the elachie (cardamon) powder
• In a separate pot, combine the water, milk, sugar, butter, cinnamon sticks, and yellow egg
• Bring to boil
• Slowly add the boiling mixture to the semolina and thoroughly combine
• Garnish with colored almonds and fresh cream.