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Do you Like Pizza??? You Have To Try This Crispy & Juicy Turkish Lahmachun

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Lahmachun

Cultural Context

Lahmachun, often referred to as Turkish pizza, has its roots in the Middle East and is a beloved street food in Turkey. Traditionally, it is enjoyed as a quick meal or snack, often rolled up and eaten by hand. This dish showcases the rich flavors of spiced meat and fresh herbs, reflecting the culinary traditions of the region. Today, lahmachun is popular not only in Turkey but also in various countries with Turkish communities, each adding their unique twist to the recipe.

TurkishTRmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup warm water (divided)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon instant yeast
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
250 grams minced meat
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 tomatoes (chopped)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 cup fresh coriander
1 tomato (sliced)
1 onion (sliced)
handful of mint (torn)
olive oil (for drizzling)

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is often more economical.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried parsley is budget-friendly.

1

Combine 1/2 cup warm water, sugar, and the yeast in a bowl. Mix well and set it aside for 10 minutes.

2

Combine the flour and salt in a bowl and mix well.

3

Add the risen yeast mixture and mix with your hands.

4

Slowly add 1/4 cup more water and mix well until a dough forms.

5

Brush with the vegetable oil. Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

6

For the meat filling: combine the meat, onion, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and butter in a food processor. Grind until well combined.

7

Turn out the mixture into a bowl. Add the salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and the chopped coriander to the meat. Mix with your hands until well combined.

8

Mix the dough and knead until smooth. Cut the dough into 4 pieces.

9

Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 400°F). Line 2 baking trays with parchment paper.

10

Roll the dough into flatbreads. Place onto parchment lined baking trays.

11

Spread 1/4 of the mixture onto each flatbread. Bake the Lachmacun at 220°C (about 428°F) for 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

12

Top the baked Lachmacun with sliced tomatoes, onions, and torn mint. Drizzle with olive oil. Roll up the Lachmacun and slice to serve.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlfood processorbaking traysparchment paperoven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Turkish PizzaLahmacun

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