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Algeria · Breakfast

Msemmen

Serves 8 · 90 minutes

__NOtOC__ 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. It is prepared by folding dough into square-shaped pancakes containing several thin layers, which are then cooked on a griddle. Msemmen is commonly enjoyed with honey, mint tea, or coffee for breakfast. Some varieties are filled with ingredients such as preserved meat (khlea), onions, and tomatoes. The smaller forms of msemmen are believed to have originated among the Berber peopl

Suits: Vegetarian, Pescatarian. Allergens named in the ingredients: Gluten, Milk. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup fine semolina
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1¼ cups warm water
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Method

  1. Mix the flour, semolina, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
  2. Gradually add warm water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and let rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Flatten each ball into a thin sheet.
  5. Brush with oil and butter, then fold into a square.
  6. Let the folded squares rest for 15 minutes.
  7. Flatten gently and cook on a hot griddle until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Serve warm with honey, jam, tea, or savory accompaniments.