Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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20
servings
7 ounce

regular flour

7 ounce

semolina flour

very thin

8.8 ounce

water

tepid

1 teaspoon

sugar

1 teaspoon

salt

2 pinch

active dry yeast

1 cup

vegetable oil

to stretch dough

7 ounce

ground beef

2 unit

onions

medium, chopped

1 unit

garlic

chopped

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

2 teaspoon

hot paprika

1 pinch

cumin

1 pinch

all spice

2 tablespoon

fresh coriander

chopped

2 tablespoon

fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent.

Step 2
~3 min

Add ground beef, chopped garlic, and spices (salt, pepper, hot paprika, cumin, all spice).

Step 3
~3 min

Cook, stirring well, until meat is browned evenly.

Step 4
~3 min

Allow the cooked meat filling to cool down.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 5
~3 min

Mix chopped fresh parsley and coriander into the cooled filling.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 6
~3 min

Combine regular flour, semolina flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast in a mixer.

Step 7
~3 min

Gradually add tepid water while mixing on low speed to form a dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Continue beating for 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic (soft, not sticky).

Step 9
~3 min

Oil the ball of dough and let it rest for 10 minutes, covered.

Step 10
~3 min

Divide the dough into equal portions, about golf ball size (approximately 20 portions).

Step 11
~3 min

Divide the filling into the same number of portions.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 12
~3 min

Oil hands, working surface (marble or granite recommended), and a large tray.

Step 13
~3 min

Using fingers, spread each ball of dough into a very thin circle on the oiled surface.

Step 14
~3 min

Ensure the dough is almost transparent, using ample oil.

Step 15
~3 min

Place a portion of the filling in the center of the thin dough circle.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 16
~3 min

Fold one third of the circle towards the middle, then fold the opposite third towards the middle to form a long strip.

Step 17
~3 min

Flip the strip over and fold each end into the middle to create a square with filling between layers.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 18
~3 min

Place the filled square on the oiled tray and repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 19
~3 min

To cook in a frying pan, warm up a heavy frying pan.

Step 20
~3 min

Flatten a m'semen with your palm and place it on the hot frying pan (no need to add oil).

Step 21
~3 min

Cook until golden on one side, then flip and cook the other side until golden.

Step 22
~3 min

To bake, preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 23
~3 min

Place the flattened m'semens on a lined baking sheet and bake until golden.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality semolina for best results.

Don't be afraid to use plenty of oil when stretching the dough.

Cook the crêpes over medium heat to prevent burning.

Adjust the amount of spices to your liking.

Make sure to flatten the m'semen well before cooking or baking

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough and filling can be prepared ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Moroccan mint tea.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces, such as harissa or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan tagine
Cucumber and tomato salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and home-cooked dish in Morocco.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Snack
Party
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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