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Medfouna (Berber Stuffed Bread)

Medfouna: 5 Irresistibly Cozy Bread Recipes to Try


  • Author: Nora
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Medfouna is a traditional Berber stuffed bread filled with a savory mixture of meat and spices.


Ingredients

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  • 500g flour
  • 300ml water
  • 10g salt
  • 10g sugar
  • 15g yeast
  • 300g minced meat
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, water, salt, sugar, and yeast to form a dough.
  2. Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth.
  3. Let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
  4. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
  5. Add minced meat and spices, cook until browned.
  6. Divide the dough into two equal parts.
  7. Roll out the first part and place the meat mixture in the center.
  8. Cover with the second rolled-out part of dough.
  9. Seal the edges and make small holes on top.
  10. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Serve warm with salad.
  • Use lamb or chicken for filling as alternatives.
  • Adjust spices to taste.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Berber

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Medfouna, Berber bread, stuffed bread, traditional recipe