Add all syrup ingredients to pot, bring up to a low boil and cook for 5 minutes. Move off of the heat until ready to use.
Heat olive oil in pan – a 3qt saucepan fits this recipe perfectly. To taste whether your oil is hot enough or not, simply drop a small pinch of semolina into the pan. When it spits and fizzles, the oil is ready.
)Add the entire amount of semolina to the hot oil and stir well. Continue to cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes stirring frequently. Colour should turn from a pale yellow to a light brown.
Mix nuts, syrup and semolina to combine completely. Continue to cook on low heat for another 3-4 minutes, it will release oil.
Halva Pudding is ready to serve.
Garnish with nuts and fruits.
