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Easy 50 min~210 kcal 4/10
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Kesra
Algerian semolina flatbread enriched with olive oil and cooked on a hot pan until crisp at the edges.
Easy⏱️ 34 min📖 1 min readServes 6~238 kcal🇩🇿 Algerian🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 16 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 34 min- Prep18 min
- Cooking16 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Semolina
- 1.1 cup(~220 ml) Warm water
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the semolina and salt in a large bowl.
- 2
Add the olive oil and rub the semolina between your palms.
- 3
Add the warm water little by little and knead a dough that comes together.
- 4
Rest the dough for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Roll the dough into a round and pierce the surface in several places with a fork.
- 6
Cook the first side of the kesra in a pan over medium heat for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 7
Turn and cook the second side for 8 minutes, then slice hot.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Rest the dough briefly after mixing the semolina with water; once the grains absorb the liquid, the bread turns in the pan without cracking.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice kesra hot and put it on the table with olives, roasted peppers, or optional lentil soup.
Nutrition (per serving)
~238
kcal calories
6
g protein
38
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 64%Fat 26%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Kesra make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Kesra take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 16 minutes; 34 minutes in total.Is Kesra difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Kesra have?
Approximately 238 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 38g, fat: 7g.Which allergens does Kesra contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Kesra belong to?
This recipe belongs to Algerian cuisine.How many ingredients does Kesra need?
This recipe needs 4 ingredients.
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