Egg and Semolina Porridge for Seniors
PakistaniSeniorsDesi eggsEasy
A soft, creamy semolina porridge with egg — a gentle, easy breakfast for older adults.
Prep time5 min
Cook time15 min
Total time20 min
Servings2
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup semolina (sooji)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 Desi egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar or to taste
- 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
- 1 pinch cardamom powder (optional)
Method
- Roast the sooji lightly in ghee for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes until thick and soft.
- Beat the egg and stir it in slowly, stirring constantly so it cooks into soft threads.
- Add sugar and cardamom and cook for 1 more minute.
- Serve warm in bowls.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)200 kcal
Protein (estimate)8 g
Fat (estimate)7 g
Carbs (estimate)28 g
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values (about 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 4.8 g fat, 0.4 g carbs per large egg).
Tips, food safety & substitutions
Nutrition figures are estimates only. Stir constantly so the sooji does not form lumps and the egg cooks evenly. Allergens: egg, wheat (semolina), milk (milk, ghee). Pakistani alternative: use local sooji and desi ghee with doodh. Eat fresh and warm; do not keep porridge overnight.