Msemmen
Msemmen (Arabic: مسمن, romanized: musamman or msamman), also known as rghaif (رغايف), is a traditional layered flatbread from the Maghreb region of North Africa, particularly popular in Algeria and Morocco. Recipe source: “Msemmen”, Wikibooks Cookbook contributors, en.wikibooks.org, CC BY-SA 4.0 (adapted). Photo: Juan Emilio Prades Bel, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Total time
- 90 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 303
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix the flour, semolina, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
Step 2
Gradually add warm water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
Step 3
Divide the dough into small balls and let rest for 30 minutes.
Step 4
Flatten each ball into a thin sheet.
Step 5
Brush with oil and butter, then fold into a square.
Step 6
Let the folded squares rest for 15 minutes.
Step 7
Flatten gently and cook on a hot griddle until golden brown on both sides.
Step 8
Serve warm with honey, jam, tea, or savory accompaniments.
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