
Budget Semolina, Carrot and Onion Skillet Cake with Warm Yogurt Paprika Sauce
An affordable, original and comforting recipe: a savory skillet cake made with semolina, grated carrot and golden onion, finished with a warm yogurt, paprika and garlic sauce. Crisp outside, tender inside, and made with accessible pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 180 g wheat semolina (for the base)
- 180 g carrot (grated)
- 150 g onion (diced small)
- 360 ml water (tibia)
- 2 units egg (batidos)
- 60 g grated cheese (for the mezcla)
- 30 ml vegetable oil (divided)
- 6 g garlic (chopped fino, divided)
- 6 g salt (divided)
- 1 g black pepper (ground)
- 4 g sweet paprika (divided)
- 1 g dried oregano (for the mezcla)
- 170 g plain yogurt (for the sauce)
- 8 g parsley (chopped)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
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Instructions
- 1
1. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, half of the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring, until the onion is soft and lightly golden.
- 2
2. Add the grated carrot to the onion and cook for 3 more minutes. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika and the dried oregano. Mix well and remove from the heat.
- 3
3. In a large bowl, combine the wheat semolina with the warm water. Let it rest for 5 minutes so it can absorb the liquid.
- 4
4. Add the beaten eggs, grated cheese, the onion-carrot mixture, the remaining salt, and the remaining black pepper to the semolina. Mix until you have a thick, even batter.
- 5
5. Heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in a 24 cm / 9.5 inch oven-safe nonstick skillet. Pour in the mixture and level the top with a spoon.
- 6
6. Cook over low heat for 8 minutes until the base is set. Then transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 392 °F / 200 °C and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the surface is golden and the center is cooked through.
- 7
7. Meanwhile, make the sauce: in a small saucepan or skillet, combine the plain yogurt, the remaining garlic, the remaining sweet paprika, and 1 tablespoon of parsley. Warm over very low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, without letting it boil, just until warmed through.
- 8
8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it rest for 3 minutes. Unmold or serve directly from the skillet. Finish with the warm yogurt sauce and the remaining parsley on top.
- 9
9. Cut into 4 portions and serve hot or warm.
Chef tips
If you want a deeper crust, place the cake under the broiler for 2 extra minutes at 428 °F / 220 °C, watching carefully so it does not burn. You can also use a cast-iron skillet for a more golden exterior.
Substitutions
You can replace the grated cheese with the same amount of crumbled fresh cheese. Parsley can be swapped for cilantro or chives. If you do not have plain yogurt, use sour cream and adjust salt at the end.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageCosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
Illustrative imageT-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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