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Lahmacun

Cultural Context

Lahmacun, often referred to as 'Turkish pizza', has its roots in the Middle East and is a beloved street food in Turkey. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick meal, it embodies the culinary fusion of flavors from various cultures, with its spiced meat topping on a thin crust. Today, lahmacun is popular not only in Turkey but also in many countries with Turkish communities, often served with fresh vegetables and herbs, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

TurkishTRmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
water
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
salt
ground lamb
2 tomatoes
1 bell pepper
1 onion
parsley
ginger-garlic paste
paprika powder
red chili powder
cumin
olive oil

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: honey

Balsamic vinegar offers acidity, while honey provides sweetness.

1

Chop bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and parsley in a chopper until finely minced.

2

Peel the skin off the tomatoes before chopping.

3

Add ginger-garlic paste to the mixture (note: this clip was missed in the video).

4

Wash the ground lamb thoroughly and drain any excess water.

5

Add tomato paste to the lamb mixture for color.

6

Gradually add warm water to achieve the desired consistency for the lamb mixture.

7

Add salt, paprika powder, red chili powder (in minimal amount), and ground cumin to the lamb mixture.

8

Add olive oil to the lamb mixture and mix until smooth without any chunks.

9

Let the lamb mixture marinate for a while.

10

For the dough, combine 1.5 cups all-purpose flour with a little salt and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.

11

Knead the dough with warm water until it is smooth, about 5-6 minutes.

12

Sprinkle flour on the counter and roll out the dough into thin circles.

13

Spread a thin layer of the lamb mixture over each dough circle, leaving a small border.

14

Preheat the oven (temperature not specified).

15

Bake the lahmacun until the edges are crispy and the topping is cooked through (exact time not specified).

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbakinggrilling

Equipment Needed

choppermixing bowlrolling pinoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenlamb

Also Known As

Turkish PizzaArmenian Pizza

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