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Msemen Moroccan Pancake

Flaky Msemen Moroccan Pancakes to Brighten Your Mornings

Delight in Msemen Moroccan pancakes with a flaky exterior and buttery interior, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour You can use whole wheat for added nutrition.
  • 1/2 cup Fine Semolina Enhances crispness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Feeds yeast for fermentation.
  • 1 tablespoon Dry Yeast Essential for airy texture.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Activates yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Adds richness to dough.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Enhances flavor and flakiness.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Oil For cooking pancakes.

Equipment

  • Non-stick frying pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, fine semolina, salt, sugar, and dry yeast. Gradually pour in warm water while stirring with a wooden spoon until a soft, sticky dough forms, about 5 minutes.
  2. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into equal portions, about the size of a golf ball. Coat each ball lightly with vegetable oil and let them rest for another 10 minutes.
  5. Flatten each ball into a thin square using a rolling pin. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle a bit of semolina on top.
  6. Fold the edges of each square inward towards the center, pressing gently to seal.
  7. Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil. Cook the folded msemen for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Transfer the pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels and serve them warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with various fillings such as spiced vegetables or a drizzle of honey to customize your msemen Moroccan pancakes.

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