Ingredients
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- 2 cups fine semolina
- 1/2 cup milk or water
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (feta, ricotta, or cream cheese)
- 1/4 cup chopped black or green olives
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine semolina, baking powder, and salt.
- Rub in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Gradually add milk, mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
- Let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Divide dough into equal-sized balls and flatten each into a disc.
- Place cheese, olives, and thyme in the center of each disc.
- Fold and seal the dough, then flatten it slightly.
- Coat both sides with semolina for a crispy crust.
- Pan-fry on medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown, or bake at 350°F (180°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve warm with Moroccan mint tea or a side of yogurt sauce.
Notes
For a softer texture, use a mix of milk and yogurt instead of just milk or water. Add sun-dried tomatoes, caramelized onions, or chili flakes for extra flavor!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Pan-Fried or Baked
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg