Description
Discover the rich flavors of authentic Turkish Lahmacun, a delicious thin and crispy dish often called ‘Turkish pizza’.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 200g ground lamb (or ground beef)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- A handful of chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. In a separate bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it activate for about 5 minutes. Once bubbly, mix it into the flour. Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature to rise.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft. Add in the ground lamb or beef and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato paste, red bell pepper, paprika, black pepper, and some chopped parsley. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Set aside to cool.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into equal balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle (about 10-12 inches in diameter).
- Place rolled dough on an oiled baking sheet. Spread a generous layer of the meat mixture over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges for the crust.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake each Lahmacun for about 10-15 minutes or until the edges are golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Top the Lahmacun with additional parsley and a squeeze of lemon before serving. Roll it up or fold it for easy eating.
Notes
Experiment with toppings and accompaniments for a personalized touch. Serve with fresh lemon and yogurt on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lahmacun, Turkish pizza, authentic recipe, easy dinner
