Ingredient

Enriched Semolina

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Enriched semolina is primarily used to make pasta, couscous, and some types of bread. …

What is Enriched Semolina?

Semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is often enriched with B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron, which are lost during the milling process. This enrichment helps to restore the nutritional value of the flour.

Is Enriched Semolina vegan?

Enriched Semolina is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Enriched Semolina gluten-free?

It contains gluten.

Is Enriched Semolina a major allergen?

Enriched semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the FDA's 9 major allergens.

What is Enriched Semolina used for?

Enriched semolina is primarily used to make pasta, couscous, and some types of bread.

Is Enriched Semolina safe?

Enriched semolina is considered a grain product and a source of carbohydrates and some micronutrients.

Why it's used

Enriched semolina is primarily used to make pasta, couscous, and some types of bread. Its firm texture and golden color make it ideal for producing pasta that holds its shape well during cooking. It is also used in some baked goods and breakfast cereals.

Health notes

Enriched semolina is considered a grain product and a source of carbohydrates and some micronutrients. The FDA lists enriched semolina as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended use in food. JECFA has evaluated semolina and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). It is a common ingredient in the American diet, and typical consumption levels are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Enriched semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the FDA's 9 major allergens. It contains gluten.

Foods that contain Enriched Semolina

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.