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Mhajeb

Thin semolina flatbreads folded around a fragrant tomato and onion filling.

Time1 hr 40 minLevelIntermediateServes8 flatbreads

Method

  1. 01

    Knead semolina, flour, salt and water for 10 minutes until very elastic. Oil and rest for 45 minutes.

  2. 02

    Cook onion slowly, add tomato, harissa and cumin, then reduce until almost dry. Cool.

  3. 03

    With oiled hands, stretch a dough ball paper-thin. Place filling in the middle and fold into a square.

  4. 04

    Cook on a lightly oiled griddle for 3–4 minutes per side until blistered and crisp.

The useful detail

The filling must be cool and fairly dry or it will tear the delicate dough.

Take it to the table

C’est piquant ? — Is it spicy?

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