Mahdjouba (
Arabic
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: محجوبة) or Mhadjeb is a crepe-like semolina based flatbread originating from
Algeria
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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.
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. The mahdjouba, which means "covered" or "veiled" in
Algerian Darja, originates from southern Algeria
Biskra
Biskra ( ar, بسكرة ; ; Latin Vescera) is the capital city of Biskra Province, Algeria. In 2007, its population was recorded as 307,987. Biskra is located in northeastern Algeria, about 248 miles (400 km) from Algiers, 71 miles (115&nbs ...
, Touggourt. It is the vegetable filled variation of
M'semen
M'semen, msemmen ( ar, مسمن ''msamman'', ''musamman'') or rghaif, is a traditional flatbread originally from the Maghreb, commonly found in Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia. It is usually served with honey or a cup of aromatic morning mint tea ...
, a traditional North African flatbread.
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Algerian cuisine
The cuisine of Algeria is influenced by Algeria's interactions and exchanges with other cultures and nations over the centuries. It is characterized by a wealth derived from both land and sea products. Conquests or demographic movement towards ...
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