Authentic Algerian Goumghar Recipe (Layered Flatbread with Minced Meat)

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Authentic Algerian Goumghar Recipe (Layered Flatbread with Minced Meat)

Master the Authentic Algerian Goumghar Recipe—a traditional Kabyle and Jijel dish featuring crispy, paper-thin layered flatbread topped with seasoned ground beef, fresh parsley, and lemon.

طباعة الوصفة Pin Recipe

مدة الإعداد 25

مدة الطبخ 35

الوقت الكلي 1

الحصص: 4 أشخاص

وجبة: main course, main dish

مطبخ: algerian, North African

الكالوري: 520

المقادير Method ملاحظات

المقادير

For the Dough (Flatbread Layers): 3 cups fine semolina flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt Warm water (as needed for kneading, approx. 1.5 cups) 3 tbsp vegetable oil (for stretching the dough) 2 tbsp melted butter or Smen (for brushing between layers)

For the Meat Topping & Garnishing: 400 g ground beef or lamb 1 large yellow onion (finely diced) 3 garlic cloves (minced) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp paprika 1 tsp salt (or to taste) 1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped) 1 fresh lemon (cut into wedges)

Method

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix fine semolina, flour, and salt. Gradually add warm water while kneading until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Divide into small equal balls, coat lightly with oil, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
Cook the Meat Topping: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent. Add ground meat, cumin, black pepper, paprika, and salt. Cook until fully browned and tender. Stir in half of the chopped parsley at the end and remove from heat.
Stretch & Cook Flatbread: On a well-oiled surface, stretch each dough ball using your palms until paper-thin. Transfer to a hot iron griddle (Tajine plate) or non-stick skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden spots appear. Brush each cooked layer lightly with melted butter.
Assemble Goumghar: Stack the warm, buttered flatbread layers on a large serving tray. Generously pile the warm cooked minced meat across the top flatbread layer.
Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley around the meat. Decorate with lemon wedges in the center and serve immediately with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice.

ملاحظات

Garnish generously with freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley, spicy harissa on the side, and plenty of fresh lemon juice squeezed right before eating.

لقيمة الطاقوية والغذائية (Nutrition Information)

Serving Size: 1 serving

Calories: 520 kcal

Carbohydrates: 58 g

Protein: 28 g

Fat: 20 g

Saturated Fat: 7 g

Sodium: 780 mg

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 2 g