Baked stuffed semmen (homemade puff pastry)

Recipe by Oum Arwa

Crispy, flaky semmen generously stuffed with spiced meat, peppers, olives and Chinese vermicelli. A homemade dough made with flour and semolina, rested for 2 hours, then folded with butter and cornstarch for a flaky effect. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, enjoy hot straight from the oven.

MediumMoroccanServes 12

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Source Video
3h 20m
Prep
50m
Cook
30m
Cleanup
4h 40m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.76
Per serving:$0.81

Critical Success Points

  • Dough resting 2 hours without leavening
  • Lamination with butter‑cornstarch (multiple folds)
  • Properly seal the edges to prevent filling leaks
  • Bake at 200°C until golden

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of hot oil splatters while cooking the filling.
  • Use gloves or a towel to handle hot trays removed from the oven.
  • Use a sharp knife carefully when cutting the dough.

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