Lahmacun – Turkish Minced Meat Flatbread Pizza
Lahmacun is a popular Turkish street food that is also enjoyed in the Middle East and Balkan regions. The name of the dish comes from the Arabic words 'lahm' (meat) and 'acun' (dough). The spiced minced meat mixture spread on the thin, crispy dough harmonizes perfectly with fresh lemon and parsley. In Turkey, it is often rolled up and served with vegetables or yogurt. Lahmacun is the perfect choice for a light yet flavorful meal!
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and dry yeast. Add warm water and olive oil, then knead until you have a smooth and elastic dough. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour.
2
While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. Finely chop the tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion. Mince the garlic.
3
Heat a little oil in a skillet, then add the ground meat. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned.
4
Add the tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Season with ground cumin, Hungarian sweet paprika, and chopped parsley. Mix well and cook for another 10 minutes.
5
Divide the risen dough into smaller portions, then roll each out very thinly to form a flatbread pizza shape.
6
Evenly spread the seasoned meat mixture onto the rolled-out dough.
7
Bake the lahmacun in a preheated oven at 430°F (220°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is crispy.
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Serve with fresh lemon wedges to enhance the savory aroma of the spiced meat. Enjoy!
