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Moroccan Msemen (Square Flatbreads) 🇲🇦

A traditional Moroccan flatbread, crispy on the outside and soft inside. Msemen is often enjoyed with honey and butter or stuffed with savory fillings. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a street food snack.

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JUE

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Prepare the Dough:
Mix semolina, flour, salt, and sugar, and gradually add warm water to form a smooth, elastic dough.
Rest the Dough:
Divide the dough into small balls and coat with oil, letting them rest for 15-20 minutes.
Shape the Msemen:
Flatten each dough ball into a thin circle and fold it into a square shape.
Cook the Msemen:
Cook each square on a medium heat griddle or pan, brushing with butter for a golden, crispy finish.
Serve:
Serve msemen warm with honey or other dips as desired.
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How to Make Moroccan Msemen (Square Flatbreads)

Prepare the Dough
Mix semolina, flour, salt, and sugar, and gradually add warm water to form a smooth, elastic dough.
Rest the Dough
Divide the dough into small balls and coat with oil, letting them rest for 15-20 minutes.
Shape the Msemen
Flatten each dough ball into a thin circle and fold it into a square shape.
Cook the Msemen
Cook each square on a medium heat griddle or pan, brushing with butter for a golden, crispy finish.
Serve
Serve msemen warm with honey or other dips as desired.
Baking Tips
For extra flavor, serve with honey or jam for dipping.
You can stuff msemen with onions, herbs, or minced meat if desired.
Msemen can be stored in an airtight container and reheated for later use.
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Moroccan Msemen (Square Flatbreads) 🇲🇦

A traditional Moroccan flatbread, crispy on the outside and soft inside. Msemen is often enjoyed with honey and butter or stuffed with savory fillings. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a street food snack.

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Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Breakfast
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
Moroccan
Yield
8 pieces
Dietary
Vegetarian
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Ingredients

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2 cups fine semolina
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
04
1 teaspoon sugar
05
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus more for shaping and cooking)
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1 1/2 cups warm water (adjust as needed)
07
Butter, melted (for brushing)
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Optional: Honey for serving

Instructions

01
In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina, flour, salt, and sugar.
02
Gradually add warm water while mixing, until a smooth and elastic dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes.
03
Divide the dough into small balls and coat each lightly with oil. Cover and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
04
On an oiled surface, flatten each ball into a very thin circle. Fold the sides in to form a square, oiling between folds if needed.
05
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Cook each msemen square for about 2-3 minutes on each side, brushing with butter, until golden brown.