Turkish Lamb Flatbread (Print)
Crispy Turkish flatbread topped with spiced lamb, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, baked until golden and flavorful.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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240ml warm water (40-46°C)
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5g sugar
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10g active dry yeast
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300g all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
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5g salt
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30ml olive oil, plus extra for brushing
→ Topping
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450g ground lamb or beef (or a mixture)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped or grated
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1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
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2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
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60g tomato paste
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15g fresh parsley, chopped
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15g red pepper flakes, adjustable to taste
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5g paprika
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5g cumin
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2.5g allspice
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1.5g cinnamon
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Garnish
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Lemon wedges for serving
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Fresh parsley or mint leaves
# Directions:
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In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes until foamy and activated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add this mixture to the activated yeast along with olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
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Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly combine ground meat, onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, red pepper flakes, paprika, cumin, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
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Preheat oven to 230°C and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Once risen, punch down the dough to release air and divide into 6-8 equal portions.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a thin circle approximately 20-25cm in diameter.
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Spread a thin, even layer of the meat mixture over each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
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Transfer prepared lahmacuns to the baking sheets and bake for 10-15 minutes, until the crust becomes golden brown and the meat is thoroughly cooked.
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Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
# Notes:
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Lahmacun, often called 'Turkish pizza,' is traditionally folded or rolled with fresh vegetables and herbs before eating.
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For an authentic experience, serve with a simple salad of onions, tomatoes and parsley dressed with sumac and lemon juice.
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The dough should be rolled extremely thin for traditional texture - almost translucent in places.