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Moroccan Stuffed Potato Flatbread

A comforting Moroccan flatbread stuffed with a spiced mashed potato filling, herbs, and onion, then pan-cooked until golden and slightly crisp. Soft, savory, and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dinner — no oven required.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine Moroccan-inspired
Servings 10 flatbreads
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
  

Group 1: Dough

  • 2 cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 5 cups flour
  • teaspoons salt

Group 2: Filling

  • 5 –6 potatoes
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 4 –5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 handful fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 handful fresh dill chopped

Instructions
 

Group 1: Make the Dough

  • Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit until slightly foamy.
  • Add the flour and salt, then knead into a soft, smooth dough.
  • Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Group 2: Prepare the Filling

  • Peel and cube the potatoes, boil until tender, drain, and mash with a fork.
  • Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until soft.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook until fragrant.
  • Stir in the mashed potatoes, then season with paprika, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt.
  • Remove from heat, cool slightly, then fold in the parsley and dill.

Group 3: Shape and Cook

  • Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces.
  • Roll each piece out slightly, add filling, and seal the edges.
  • Roll out again until it reaches the size of a serving plate.
  • Cook on a hot pan on both sides until golden.
  • Brush with butter and serve warm.

Notes

Best served fresh and warm. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
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