Lahmacun: Turkish Meat Flatbread

Crispy, thin Turkish flatbread topped with spiced ground beef and fresh herbs. A beloved street food that's perfect as an appetizer or light meal.

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Ingredients

1
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add warm water, olive oil, and yeast.
2
Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3
Cover with a damp towel and let rise for 20 minutes.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
5
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6
Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
7
Stir in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
8
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
9
Divide dough into 4 equal portions. On a floured surface, stretch each portion into a thin oval about 8x5 inches.
10
Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
11
Place one dough oval on the hot skillet and cook for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
12
Flip the dough and cook the other side for 1 minute. Flip back again.
13
Spread a thin layer of meat mixture over the cooked side (about 3-4 tablespoons), leaving a small border.
14
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the meat is slightly crispy and the dough is golden. Transfer to a plate.
15
Repeat with remaining dough and meat mixture. Serve hot, optionally with lemon wedges and additional fresh herbs.

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