MsemenFlaky Layered Flatbread
Msemen is a laminated Moroccan flatbread folded into layers and cooked on a griddle. The dough may be enriched and folded in several ways.
Prep
45m
Cook
20m
Serves
4
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Ingredients
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Dough
- 350gAll-Purpose Flour
- 150gSemolina Flour
- 8gSalt
- 260mlWater (lukewarm)
Lamination
- 50mlVegetable Oil
- 40gUnsalted Butter (softened)
Frying
- 30mlVegetable Oil
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Method
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- 01
Mix the all-purpose flour, semolina flour, and salt in a bowl. Add the water and knead until smooth, then let the dough rest until relaxed.
- 02
Divide the dough into equal portions.
- 03
Flatten each portion into a very thin sheet on an oiled surface using the vegetable oil for lamination. Dab the sheet with the unsalted butter, then fold it into a layered square.
- 04
Rest the folded dough briefly so it is easy to flatten again.
- 05
Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with the vegetable oil.
- 06
Flatten each square gently and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through in the center.
- 07
Serve the flatbreads warm.
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