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Msemen / rghaif (flaky layered flatbread)

Arabic name المسمن / الرغايف

Msemen / rghaif (flaky layered flatbread)

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Ingredients (5)

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Method

  1. Knead the flour and semolina with the water and salt into a soft dough.

  2. Shape into balls, roll out thinly, brush with smen and fold several times to create layers.

  3. Gently flatten again and cook in a lightly greased hot pan until both sides are cooked.

  4. Serve hot with honey or jam.