Description
Lahmacun is a traditional Turkish flatbread topped with a spiced meat mixture, perfect for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in the chopped tomato, bell pepper, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the mixture is well combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking sheet or pizza stone inside to heat up.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle (about 10-12 inches in diameter) on a floured surface.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture evenly over each rolled-out dough.
- Carefully transfer the topped dough to the preheated baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the topping is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with finely chopped mushrooms, lentils, or a mix of your favorite vegetables.
- Add a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of tahini on top before serving for extra creaminess and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Lahmacun
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg