Algerian Bouzgene Berber Bread with Roasted Pepper Sauce

Bouzgene bread is a traditional Algerian bread that is often enjoyed with various sauces and dips. It is known for its soft and chewy texture, making it perfect for dipping into flavorful sauces like the roasted pepper sauce.

This is vegan recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Algerian Bouzgene Berber Bread with Roasted Pepper Sauce

Cooking Method: Baking, Roasting Cuisine: Algerian, Berber Courses: Any, Bread, Sauce Recipe Keys: Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram All-purpose flour
• 100 gram Semolina flour
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 2 piece Red bell peppers
• 2 piece Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
2. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
4. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a round flatbread.
5. Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Meanwhile, roast the red bell peppers over an open flame or under the broiler until charred. Let them cool, then remove the skins and seeds.
7. In a blender, combine the roasted peppers, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and fresh cilantro. Blend until smooth.
8. Serve the Bouzgene bread with the roasted pepper sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.