Discover the essence of Yemeni Jewish cuisine with Jachnun, a savory delight of rolled dough baked overnight to perfection. Served with fresh grated tomato and sliced hard-boiled eggs, this dish is a cherished part of Israel's culinary heritage, offering a taste of tradition and culture in every bite.

Here's a recipe for Jachnun, a delicious Yemeni Jewish dish that's popular in Israel:

Ingredients:

 - 500g flour

 - 250g margarine or butter, softened

 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil

 - 1/4 cup sugar

 - 1 tsp salt

 - 1 cup warm water

 - Fresh grated tomato, to serve

 - Hard-boiled eggs, sliced, to serve

Instructions:

Make the Dough:

1- In a large bowl, combine the flour, margarine or butter, vegetable oil, sugar, and salt.

2- Gradually add the warm water and knead until a smooth dough forms.

3- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.

Roll the Dough:

1- Preheat your oven to 100°C (212°F).

2- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.

3- Roll each portion into a thin rectangle.

Assemble the Jachnun:

1- Brush each rectangle with vegetable oil.

2- Roll up each rectangle tightly to form a cylinder.

3- Place the cylinders in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.

Bake the Jachnun:

1- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.

2- Bake the jachnun in the preheated oven overnight (about 8-10 hours) until golden brown and cooked through.

Serve:

1- Serve the jachnun hot, accompanied by fresh grated tomato and sliced hard-boiled eggs.

Enjoy your homemade Jachnun!

Nutritional Values :

Here are the approximate nutritional values for the main ingredients in Jachnun per serving (based on a standard serving size, but please adjust according to your specific recipe and serving sizes):

500g all-purpose flour:

  - Calories:1,820

  - Fat: 5g

  - Carbohydrates: 380g

  - Protein: 50g

Benefits: Provides energy and essential carbohydrates; source of dietary fiber.

250g margarine or butter, softened:

  - Calories:1,413

  - Fat: 160g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 1g

Benefits: Rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K (especially in butter); provides a good source of fatty acids.

1/4 cup vegetable oil:

  - Calories: 480

  - Fat: 56g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

Benefits: Provides healthy fats; source of vitamin E.

1/4 cup sugar:

  - Calories: 200

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 50g

  - Protein: 0g

Benefits: Adds sweetness; provides a quick source of energy.

1 tsp salt:

  - Calories: 0

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

Benefits: Enhances flavor; essential for maintaining electrolyte balance.

1 cup warm water:

  - Calories: 0

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

Benefits: Hydrates the body; essential for digestion and overall bodily functions.

Fresh grated tomato (to serve):

  - Calories: 22 (per medium tomato, about 100g)

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 5g

  - Protein: 1g

Benefits: Rich in vitamins A and C; contains antioxidants like lycopene.

Hard-boiled eggs, sliced (to serve):

  - Calories: 70 (per egg)

  - Fat: 5g

  - Carbohydrates: 1g

  - Protein: 6g

Benefits: High-quality protein; rich in vitamins B12 and D; provides essential amino acids.

Please note that these values are approximate and can vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.