Msemen

Msemen is a delightful Moroccan flatbread, flaky and golden, perfect for breakfast or a snack. This kosher version provides a deliciously satisfying way to start your day, often enjoyed with honey or jam.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Semolina - 50 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Butter - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, salt, and sugar.
2. Gradually add warm water while mixing with your hands until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
5. Lightly coat each ball with olive oil and cover with a damp cloth. Let them rest for 15-20 minutes.
6. On a lightly oiled surface, take one ball and flatten it out with your fingers into a thin rectangle.
7. Fold the sides of the rectangle inward, then roll it up from the bottom to form a cylinder.
8. Coil the cylinder into a spiral shape and flatten gently with your palm.
9. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter.
10. Place the msemen in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
11. Repeat with the remaining dough balls, adding more butter as needed.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

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