How to Make Delicious Turkish Lahmacun Flatbreads
Serves 4 large portions

For the Dough:
– Flour – 350 g
– Water – 200 ml
– Dry yeast – 1 tsp
– Olive oil – 2 tbsp
– Salt – 1 tsp
– Sugar – 2 tbsp

For the Filling:
– Ground beef – 500 g
– Red bell pepper – 1
– Tomatoes – 2
– Cilantro – about a handful
– Garlic – 2 cloves
– Paprika – 1 tsp
– Smoked paprika – 1 tsp
– Dried chili pepper – 1 tsp
– Black pepper – 0.5 tsp

Steps:
1. Make the dough: combine flour, water, yeast, olive oil, salt, and sugar. Let it rest.
2. Prepare the filling: blend ground beef, bell pepper, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, and spices until smooth.
3. Divide the dough into equal parts and roll out thinly into flatbreads.
4. Spread the filling evenly over each flatbread.
5. Bake at 220°C (430°F) for 5–6 minutes until golden.
6. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

1 Comment

Write A Comment