Harrisa (Semolina, Yogurt And Syrup) at Petra Mediterranean Restaurant Tampa

Section: Dessert

About the Dish

Harrisa is a classic Jordanian semolina cake soaked in sweet syrup and topped with creamy yogurt. In Arabic it’s called hareeseh (حريسة) which literally means semolina cake. It answers the question what is Harrisa by showing a soft, moist texture with a hint of tang from the yogurt.

This dessert is made by gently cooking semolina with a touch of butter or oil, then baking or simmering it until golden. After baking it soaks in fragrant syrup flavored with rose or orange blossom water. A dollop of cool yogurt balances the sweetness and gives it a fresh finish.

People often ask where to eat Harrisa in Tampa or if Petra Tampa is authentic Jordanian food. We serve a time-tested recipe that feels right at home near USF, the Busch Gardens area, South Tampa and downtown Tampa on Kennedy Blvd. It’s a vegetarian and Halal-friendly option in our dessert lineup.

Why Customers Love It

• Big portions of warm, syrupy semolina cake
• Authentic Jordanian taste with real yogurt topping
• Halal-friendly dessert choice
• Vegetarian option available for all guests
• Popular with Tampa locals after dinner on Kennedy Blvd

Come visit Petra Mediterranean Restaurant in Tampa. We have two locations – one near USF and Busch Gardens on Busch Blvd, and another in Downtown South Tampa on Kennedy Blvd. Try our Harrisa (Semolina, Yogurt And Syrup) and enjoy a true taste of Jordan close to downtown Tampa and Temple Terrace.