Msemmen - Moroccan Pancake Recipe - CookingWithAlia - Episode 173

Msemmen is a traditional Moroccan pancake known for its flaky layers and rich, buttery flavor. Often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack, these delicious flatbreads are perfect when rolled with honey or served alongside Moroccan mint tea. Follow this recipe to create authentic Msemmen in the comfort of your kitchen.

Ingredients

🥣 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
🧂 0.5 teaspoon salt
🥄 0.5 tablespoon baking powder
🍬 0.5 tablespoon sugar
🥚 1 large egg
💧 0.75 cups warm water (adjust as needed for dough consistency)
🫒 Vegetable oil, for brushing
🌾 Semolina, for sprinkling

Instructions

1- Mix Ingredients:

• In a clear glass mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and egg.
• Mix by hand until well combined.

2- Form Dough:

• Slowly add warm water while continuing to mix.
• Adjust the amount based on flour absorption until a cohesive dough forms.

3- Knead Dough:

• Transfer the dough onto a clean kitchen counter.
• Knead vigorously with the palms of your hands for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

4- Brush Dough:

• Brush the kneaded dough ball lightly with vegetable oil.

5- Divide Dough:

• Divide the dough into small balls slightly larger than a ping-pong ball using well-oiled hands.

6- Rest Dough:

• Place the dough balls on a foil-lined baking tray.
• Cover them and let them rest for 15 minutes.

7- Flatten Dough:

• Oil your counter and flatten each dough ball into a thin, nearly transparent disc.

8- Fold Dough:

• Sprinkle semolina over the disc and fold into a rectangle.
• Sprinkle again, then fold into a square.
• Rest squares covered for 15 minutes.

9- Cook Dough:

• Heat a non-stick frying pan over high heat, then reduce to medium-high and add a little vegetable oil.

10- Cook Msemmen:
- Flatten each resting dough square on the oiled counter.
- Cook in the pan for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

11- Drain Oil:
- Place the cooked Msemmen on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

12- Repeat Process:
- Repeat for remaining dough squares.

Prep Time: Approximately 40-50 minutes (includes resting periods)
Cook Time: Approximately 4-6 minutes per Msemmen
Total Time: Varies based on number of Msemmen cooked
Servings: Varies
Calories: Approximately 180-200 (varies based on final ingredients and size)
Proteins: Estimate 5g
Fats: Estimate 8g
Carbohydrates: Estimate 25g
Equipment:

• Clear glass mixing bowl
• Small clear glass bowls
• Foil-lined baking tray
• Non-stick frying pan
• Electric stove
• Paper towels

Cooking Tips

• Add water gradually for the right dough consistency.
• Knead energetically to develop gluten for elasticity.
• Keep hands and surfaces well-oiled for easy dough handling.
• Stretch the dough thin for flakiness.
• Press down Msemmen if it puffs in the pan for even cooking.
• Cooked Msemmen can be frozen up to one month—reheat to serve.

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