Msemen with Honey and Butter

Step 1

Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Add warm water slowly, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 2

Knead dough on an oiled surface for 5 minutes until smooth and supple.

Step 3

Divide dough into 4 equal balls. Brush each with a tiny bit of butter, cover with plastic.

Step 4

Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes until dough relaxes.

Step 5

On an oiled work surface, stretch one dough ball into a thin square, almost transparent.

Step 6

Spread 1 tbsp melted butter across the dough. Fold into thirds, then fold thirds again to form a square.

Step 7

Repeat with remaining dough balls and butter. Let folded squares rest 5 minutes.

Step 8

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 1 minute.

Step 9

Pan-fry one msemen until deep golden brown and crispy on the bottom, 3–4 minutes.

Step 10

Flip and cook the second side until golden, another 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

Step 11

Repeat with remaining msemen, adding 0.5 tbsp oil between batches if needed.

Step 12

Warm honey in a small pot over low heat with cinnamon, 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 13

Arrange msemen on a serving plate. Drizzle warm honey over top and sprinkle sesame seeds.

Step 14

Serve immediately while still warm and crispy.