Honey Msemen with Cheese & Veg Plate
Crispy, flaky Moroccan flatbread finished with warm honey and served alongside fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and cheese. A 15-minute breakfast that tastes like a souk.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- ½ cup firm cheese (feta, white cheddar, or similar), crumbled or cubed
Instructions
- 1
Mix flour with 0.5 cup water and a pinch of salt until a rough dough forms. Let rest 2 minutes.
- 2
Knead dough for 1 minute until smooth. Divide into 2 balls and cover with a damp towel.
- 3
On an oiled surface, stretch one dough ball into a thin 8×8-inch square. Fold into thirds, then fold again into a small square.
- 4
Heat 1.5 tbsp melted butter in a skillet over medium-high. Pan-fry the folded dough 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy.
- 5
Transfer to a plate. Repeat step 3–4 with the second dough ball and remaining butter. Drizzle both with warm honey.
- 6
Arrange cucumber, tomato, cheese, and olives on the plate alongside the msemen. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- medium mixing bowl
- 12-inch nonstick skillet or cast iron
- knife and cutting board
- damp towel
- wooden spoon or spatula
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