Ingredient

Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Semolina is the main ingredient in pasta, giving it a firm texture and yellow …

What is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina?

Durum wheat semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is the primary ingredient in most traditional pasta. The milling process separates the bran and germ from the endosperm, which is then ground into a coarse meal.

Is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina vegan?

Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina gluten-free?

Semolina is derived from wheat and contains gluten.

Is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina a major allergen?

Wheat is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina used for?

Semolina is the main ingredient in pasta, giving it a firm texture and yellow color.

Is Dough: Unenriched Durum Wheat Semolina safe?

Durum wheat semolina is a grain product and a source of carbohydrates and some protein.

Why it's used

Semolina is the main ingredient in pasta, giving it a firm texture and yellow color. It is also used in some breads, puddings, and couscous. Its coarse texture and high protein content make it ideal for pasta that holds its shape during cooking.

Health notes

Durum wheat semolina is a grain product and a source of carbohydrates and some protein. It is not typically subject to FDA additive regulations as it is a whole food ingredient. Like other wheat products, it contains gluten. No specific health concerns are associated with typical consumption of semolina.

Allergen info

Wheat is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. Semolina is derived from wheat and contains gluten.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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