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Muttabaq Dajaj

Cultural Context

Muttabaq Dajaj, originating from the Arabian Peninsula, is a beloved street food known for its crispy layers and savory filling. Traditionally filled with spiced chicken and herbs, it is often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations can be found across the Middle East and Southeast Asia, each reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

ArabianKWmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 grams flour
1/3 teaspoon salt
2-3 tablespoons oil
150 ml water
250 grams ground mutton
1 tablespoon oil (for cooking mutton)
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 small tomato
2 green onions
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and margarine is usually cheaper.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and jalapeño is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and liquid aminos is often cheaper.

1

Add 250 grams of flour to a bowl.

2

Mix in 1/3 teaspoon of salt.

3

Add 2-3 tablespoons of oil and mix well.

4

Gradually add 150 ml of warm water to form a smooth dough.

5

Cover the dough and let it rest for 20-25 minutes.

6

After resting, divide the dough into medium-sized portions.

7

Roll out each portion using hands to flatten it.

8

In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and add 250 grams of ground mutton.

9

Add 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and salt to taste, cooking until the meat turns from pink to white.

10

Add a little water and cover, cooking on low flame for 12-15 minutes.

11

Once cooked, let the mixture cool to room temperature.

12

In a bowl, mix the mutton with chopped green onions, diced tomato, and spices.

13

Place the filling in the center of the rolled dough and wrap it into a square parcel.

14

Heat a skillet and add a little oil.

15

Cook the wrapped parcels on medium flame, flipping until golden brown and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsautéingfoldingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

MurtabakMutabbaq

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