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Lahme Bi Ajeen Flatbread

Cultural Context

Lahme Bi Ajeen, originating from Iraq, is a beloved dish often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. This flatbread topped with spiced ground meat reflects the rich culinary traditions of the Middle East, where communal meals are a way to bond. Today, variations of this dish can be found across the region, each with unique toppings and spices, showcasing the diversity of flavors in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Middle EasternIQmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g medium to lean beef mince
1 green pepper diced
1 red pepper diced
2 small tomatoes diced
1/2 cup parsley
1 onion diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
flatbread

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is more economical.

flatbread dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought dough

Whole wheat adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped walnuts

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories, and walnuts are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

1

Prepare the ingredients: dice the green and red peppers, tomatoes, and onion; chop the parsley.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 500g of beef mince with the diced green and red peppers, diced tomatoes, diced onion, salt, chili powder, paprika powder, and black pepper.

3

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste to the mixture and combine well.

4

Spread the flatbread on a baking sheet.

5

Evenly distribute the meat mixture over the flatbread.

6

Bake the flatbread in the oven until the meat is cooked through and the edges are crispy.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Lahm Bi AjeenMeat PieArabic Pizza

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