How to Make Delicious Lahmacun - A Turkish Pizza Recipe
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Introduction:
Lahmacun is a popular Turkish dish that is often described as a type of Turkish pizza. It is a thin, crispy, and savory flatbread that is topped with a flavorful mixture of minced meat, vegetables, and spices. It's a delicious and satisfying meal that's easy to make at home with a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
For the dough:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water
For the topping:
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water
For the topping:
• 1/2 pound ground lamb or beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped tomato
•1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
•1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
•1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
1.To make the dough, mix the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Gradually add the warm water and stir until the dough comes together.
2.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let it rise for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
1.To make the topping, combine the ground meat, onion, parsley, tomato, tomato paste, olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
2.Divide the dough into 8-10 small balls and roll each ball out into a thin round shape. Place the rounds on a greased baking sheet.
3.Spoon the topping onto each dough round, spreading it out evenly. Leave a small border around the edges.
4.Bake the lahmacun in the oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are crispy and the topping is cooked through.
5.Serve the lahmacun with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and some chopped parsley on top.
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped tomato
•1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
•1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
•1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1.To make the dough, mix the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Gradually add the warm water and stir until the dough comes together.
2.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let it rise for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 450°F.
1.To make the topping, combine the ground meat, onion, parsley, tomato, tomato paste, olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
2.Divide the dough into 8-10 small balls and roll each ball out into a thin round shape. Place the rounds on a greased baking sheet.
3.Spoon the topping onto each dough round, spreading it out evenly. Leave a small border around the edges.
4.Bake the lahmacun in the oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are crispy and the topping is cooked through.
5.Serve the lahmacun with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and some chopped parsley on top.
In conclusion
Lahmacun is a tasty and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This recipe is a great way to bring some Turkish flavors into your home kitchen. Enjoy!
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