Description
Lahmacun is a delightful Turkish flatbread often referred to as “Turkish pizza.” This easy-to-make dish features a thin, crispy crust topped with a savory blend of ground lamb or beef mixed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for a light meal or snack, Lahmacun can be served hot from the oven with fresh herbs and lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this versatile dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Allspice
- Cinnamon
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit until foamy (5–10 minutes).
- Mix flour and salt in another bowl; incorporate the yeast mixture and olive oil until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let rise until doubled (1–2 hours).
- Combine ground meat, onion, tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, and spices in a bowl.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out the risen dough into thin circles.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly over each circle and bake for 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg