Mahdjouba
Mahdjouba (Arabic: محجوبة) or Mhadjeb is a crepe-like semolina based flatbread originating from Algeria.[1][2]
 Algerian mhadjeb served with traditional mint tea | |
| Alternative names | Mahjouba, Algerian crepes |
|---|---|
| Type | Flatbread |
| Place of origin | Algeria[1] |
| Variations | M'semen |
Mhadjeb is a traditional Algerian dish, it is a fine crepe-like semolina based flatbread typically stuffed with a mixture of onion, garlic, tomato, peppers and spices.[3][1][4] It is very popular in all the regions of Algeria, including the southern regions such as Ouargla, Ghardaia, and Tamanrasset. It is one of the essential dishes offered in Algerian street foods.[5] The mahdjouba, which means "covered" or "veiled" in Algerian Darja, originates from southern Algeria Biskra, Touggourt. It is the vegetable filled variation of M'semen, a traditional North African flatbread.[6]
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References
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