Maftool is a special source of local pride in the Gaza district. Much like Moroccan couscous (which is Berber North African in origin), it consists of tiny pearls of wheat steamed and served with a stew called yakhni. In the north, they make a slightly different version with larger, more circular grains called moghrabiya (“of Moroccan origin”).

The maftool itself can be made in quantity and sun-dried for later use or steamed immediately.

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