{"id":"lahmacun_020a8803bd","slug":"lahmacun-turkish-pizza","title":"Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)","description":"A classic Mediterranean flatbread topped with a thin, savory layer of spiced minced meat, fresh herbs, and finely diced vegetables. It's crispy, aromatic, and traditionally served rolled up with fresh greens and lemon.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":45,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g All-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"cup","form":"all-purpose","notes":"plus extra for dusting","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"300ml Warm water","name":"Warm Water","quantity":300,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"warm","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"7g Instant yeast","name":"Instant Yeast","quantity":7,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2 1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"instant","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"10g Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"400g Ground lamb or beef","name":"Lamb","quantity":400,"unit":"g","usQuantity":14,"usUnit":"oz","form":"minced","notes":"lamb is traditional; beef works well","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 large Onion","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely minced","notes":"yellow or red","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"3 Garlic cloves","name":"Garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 Red bell pepper","name":"Red Bell Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely minced","notes":"","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"2 medium Tomatoes","name":"Tomato","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely minced","notes":"","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 bunch fresh Parsley","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"finely chopped","notes":"","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1 tbsp Tomato paste","name":"Tomato Paste","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"1 tbsp Red pepper paste","name":"Red Pepper Paste","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"Biber salçası (Turkish pepper paste)","group":"Topping","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Slowly add the warm water and olive oil. Knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"While the dough rises, prepare the topping. Place the onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomatoes, and parsley in a food processor and pulse until very finely minced but not a pureé. Drain any excess liquid from the vegetable mixture.","group":"Topping Preparation","title":"Prepare the topping","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Topping Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a bowl, mix the ground meat with the processed vegetables, tomato paste, and red pepper paste. Season with salt and pepper. Use your hands to ensure the mixture is well-combined and pliable.","group":"Topping Preparation","title":"Mix the ground meat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Topping Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Preheat your oven to 475°F (246°C). Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece out on a floured surface into a very thin circle or oval, about 1-2mm thick.","group":"Assembly","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Spread a thin, even layer of the meat mixture over the dough, pressing it down slightly with your fingertips so it sticks. Bake for 5-8 minutes until the edges are crispy and the meat is cooked through.","group":"Baking","title":"Spread a thin, even layer of the meat mixture","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Baking"}],"notes":"For the most authentic experience, bake these on a preheated pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet. Serve with fresh parsley, sumac-seasoned onions, and a generous squeeze of lemon juice.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["Baking sheet or pizza stone","Rolling pin","Food processor","Large mixing bowl"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"piece","note":"makes 8 medium-sized flatbreads"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The topping can be prepared a day in advance. The dough is best used fresh but can be refrigerated for 24 hours."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover lahmacun in an airtight container in the fridge. To keep them soft, stack them face-to-face.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in a dry pan over medium heat or in a hot oven for 2-3 minutes."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Flahmacun_020a8803bd%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5d076179-bc9a-43a5-a016-ded3cd868389","imageAlt":"Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["flatbread","turkish pizza","meat","spicy","middle eastern"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:35:39.886Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:35:39.886Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_93cd8cc1d5","slug":"foul-mudammas-egyptian-b0a2d1a5","title":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans","description":"A traditional Egyptian and Mediterranean breakfast staple made from slow-cooked fava beans, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and high-quality olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Egyptian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","mediterranean","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_93cd8cc1d5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5f51ba9c-cd23-448e-9c6a-c10cf077e07d","imageAlt":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans — recipe cover","tags":["fava beans","egyptian breakfast","healthy","high protein","vegan"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_e90a4fd311","slug":"kagianas","title":"Kagianas","description":"A traditional Greek breakfast delight featuring vine-ripened tomatoes and creamy feta cheese scrambled with fresh eggs for a Mediterranean start to your day.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e90a4fd311%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b290bd3d-1e1d-42f8-8a20-bcfda19a5c6e","imageAlt":"Kagianas — recipe cover","tags":["eggs","tomato","feta","greek","mediterranean","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6},{"id":"menemen_a62c2fd7c2","slug":"menemen","title":"Menemen","description":"A classic Turkish breakfast dish consisting of eggs, tomatoes, and green peppers, traditionally served in a metal skillet with crusty bread.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","low_carb","gluten_free","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmenemen_a62c2fd7c2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e9e71400-16af-40b7-bac9-bd5fd60261a7","imageAlt":"Menemen — recipe cover","tags":["turkish breakfast","eggs","tomatoes","vegetarian","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5}]}