Jachnun is a Yemeni roll of laminated dough cooked slowly overnight for the Sabbath, a tradition preserved by the Yemeni community in Israel. Its caramelized exterior and tender interior require patience for 8 hours in a low oven. It is a Sabbath breakfast served with spicy tomato and egg.
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Jahnun with tomato and egg
Jachnun with tomato and egg from Israel: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- Israel
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- medium-high
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 395 kcal
- Protein 14 g
- Fiber 2 g
- Carbohydrates 52 g
- Fat 16 g
- Sodium 480 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Jachnun with tomato and egg is an Israeli preparation with high difficulty. Reserve about 500 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 480 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 500 g of wheat flour.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Have ready: 3 tablespoons of sugar.
- Have ready: 250 ml of water.
- Have ready: 100 g softened butter.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Knead flour
Knead flour, salt, sugar and water until smooth dough; rest 2 hours. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Divide into balls
Divide into balls, roll out very thin, spreading butter, and roll into a tight spiral.
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Place rolls on greased platter; cover and refrigerate overnight
Place rolls on greased platter; cover and refrigerate overnight.
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Bake at 100 C for 8 hours or use a slow cooker until layers…
Bake at 100 C for 8 hours or use a slow cooker until caramelized layers.
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Prepare tomato sauce with paprika; cook hard-boiled eggs or serve…
Prepare tomato sauce with paprika; Boil hard-boiled eggs or serve fried.
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Unroll hot jachnun and serve with tomato
Unroll hot jachnun and serve with tomato, egg and skhug.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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