Name: Lahmacun with Yogurt Beverage
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt; 3/4 cup warm water; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 tomato, diced; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 lemon, cut into wedges; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp lemon juice

Lahmacun with Yogurt Beverage

Crispy flatbread topped with spiced minced meat, tomatoes, parsley, and served with ajran

65 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Add water and olive oil, knead until smooth. Let rest 30 minutes
In a skillet, cook meat with onion, garlic, bell pepper, and spices until browned
Spread dough into thin rounds on a baking sheet
Top with meat mixture, tomatoes, and parsley
Bake at 475°F (250°C) for 10-12 minutes
In a separate bowl, mix yogurt with salt, sugar, and lemon juice for ajran
Serve flatbread with ajran on the side
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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