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Lamb Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)

Lamb Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)
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Lamb Lahmacun, often referred to as Turkish Pizza, is a delightful dish that combines a thin, crispy flatbread with a savory topping of spiced ground lamb. This Mediterranean favorite is not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor thanks to the unique mix of spices and fresh herbs. Ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings, Lamb Lahmacun offers a satisfying meal that can be customized with various toppings. Serve it hot from the oven, adorned with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of tahini sauce for an unforgettable dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough (at room temperature)
  • Flour (for rolling the dough)
  • 1 pound ground lamb (or a mix of ground lamb and beef)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • ½ teaspoon sumac
  • 1 small red bell pepper (chopped)
  • ½ small red onion (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 small tomato (seeds removed and chopped)
  • Small handful of fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 Persian cucumbers (peeled and diced)
  • 1 large tomato (seeded and diced)
  • Fresh mint leaves (chopped)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • ½ cup tahini
  • Small handful of parsley or cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Water (to thin the sauce)
  • ½ small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground sumac
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Chopped parsley (optional)
  • Additional sumac
  • Aleppo pepper flakes
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface. Roll out the pizza dough into thin rounds about 12 inches in diameter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb with turmeric, cumin, paprika, dried mint, sumac, chopped red bell pepper, red onion, garlic cloves, chopped tomato, parsley, and kosher salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  4. Spread an even layer of the lamb mixture over each rolled-out dough round, leaving a small border around the edges for crust.
  5. Place the prepared lahmacun on a baking sheet or directly onto the pizza stone. Bake for about 10–15 minutes until the edges are crisp and browned.
  6. While baking, prepare tahini sauce by mixing tahini with chopped parsley or cilantro, minced garlic, lemon juice, kosher salt, and enough water to achieve desired consistency.
  7. Once baked, remove from the oven and top with diced cucumbers, large diced tomatoes, fresh mint leaves. Drizzle with tahini sauce before serving. Garnish with sliced red onion and additional sumac if desired.

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