Msemen

مسمن · Msemen

Ingredients7

• all-purpose flour400 g
• fine semolina100 g
• salt1 tsp
• sugar1 tsp
• warm water300 ml
• vegetable oil60 ml
• unsalted butter80 g

Method

1. Mix the flour, semolina, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
2. Add the warm water and 20 ml of the oil, then knead until you have a smooth, soft dough.
3. Cover and rest the dough for 30 minutes.
4. Divide into 8 balls, coat lightly with oil, and rest 10 minutes more.
5. Melt the butter and mix it with the remaining oil.
6. On an oiled surface, stretch each ball very thin, brush with the butter mixture, and fold the sides inward to form a square.
7. Cook the squares on a hot griddle over medium heat, turning and brushing with butter, until golden and flaky on both sides.