Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 unit

active dry yeast

1 tsp

sugar

2 cup

flour

1.5 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

3 tbsp

tomato paste

3 unit

ground lamb

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 unit

plum tomato

grated

1 unit

small onion

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Combine yeast, sugar, and 3/4 cup boiled water in a bowl and let sit until foamy, about 5-7 minutes to activate the yeast.

Step 2
~5 min

In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt.

Step 3
~5 min

Fold the activated yeast mixture into the flour mixture and knead until a soft, smooth dough ball forms.

Step 4
~5 min

Cover the dough in a bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for about an hour.

Step 5
~5 min

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 4 equal portions.

Step 6
~5 min

Form each portion into a ball and transfer them to a floured baking sheet.

Step 7
~5 min

Cover the dough balls with a damp tea towel and let rest for another 45 minutes, or refrigerate until needed.

Step 8
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine extra-virgin olive oil and tomato paste.

Step 9
~5 min

Add ground lamb, minced garlic, grated plum tomato, and grated onion to the bowl.

Step 10
~5 min

Season the mixture with salt (optional).

Step 11
~5 min

Preheat oven to 475°F (246°C), using a pizza stone in the bottom third of the oven.

Step 12
~5 min

Roll out each dough ball fairly thin, into a 10-inch disk.

Step 13
~5 min

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper.

Step 14
~5 min

Spoon about 4 tablespoons of the topping mixture onto the dough and spread evenly with your fingers.

Step 15
~5 min

Bake until the crust is golden brown and the topping is cooked, between 6-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the crust and topping layer.

Step 16
~5 min

Repeat with the remaining dough and toppings.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier lahmacun, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the topping mixture.

Adjust the baking time depending on your oven and the desired level of crispness.

For a thinner crust, roll out the dough as thinly as possible without tearing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.

Garnish with fresh parsley or mint.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Turkish salad
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

A popular street food in Turkey.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Party appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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