In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, fine semolina, salt, and sugar. Gradually add the warm water while mixing to form a soft and smooth dough. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to relax the gluten.

Once rested, divide the dough into equal-sized balls, roughly the size of a golf ball. Coat each ball lightly with vegetable oil to prevent them from drying out. Let them rest again for another 10 minutes to make the dough easier to work with.

On a clean, oiled surface, take one dough ball and flatten it using your hands, stretching it out to form a thin circle. Brush the surface generously with a mixture of melted butter and vegetable oil, then sprinkle lightly with fine semolina. The butter and semolina will create the signature layers in the Meloui.

Fold the dough from the edges toward the centre to form a long strip, then coil the strip into a spiral shape. Set aside and repeat the process with the remaining dough balls. Let the coiled spirals rest for another 10 minutes to make them easier to flatten.

Take each spiral and gently flatten it again into a circle about 1/4 inch thick. Be careful not to press too hard; you want to maintain the layers. Use an oiled rolling pin if needed to help shape the dough evenly.

Heat a heavy skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, place one flattened Meloui on the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp. Brush lightly with the butter and oil mixture as it cooks to keep it moist and flavourful.

Repeat the cooking process with the remaining Meloui, adjusting the heat as needed to avoid burning. Keep the cooked Meloui warm by covering them with a clean kitchen towel while you cook the rest.

Serve the Meloui warm with honey, butter, or your favourite jam. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, often accompanied by a glass of Moroccan mint tea. Their flaky layers and buttery texture make them a delightful treat, whether enjoyed on their own or with a sweet topping.