Moroccan almond stuffed Msemen (fried cake) recipe

ground almonds

🥗Healthier: finely chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Chopped walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat alternative.

Mix flour, sesame, fennel, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl until combined.

Add egg yolks, melted butter, orange blossom water, white vinegar, saffron, nutmeg, and warm water gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth and let it rest for a while.

Prepare the filling by mixing sweet almonds, caster sugar, frankincense powder, and orange blossom water in a bowl.

Flatten the dough into circles, place a spoonful of filling in the center, and fold the edges over to seal.

Heat butter in a skillet and cook each msemen until golden brown.

Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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