Name: Spiced Lamb and Herb Flatbread with Tomato Paste Base
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Armenian
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup warm water; 1 tsp salt; 1 tbsp olive oil; 200g ground lamb or beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp oregano; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped dill; 1/4 cup tomato paste

A traditional Armenian flatbread topped with spiced minced meat and fresh herbs.

Method

In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and olive oil. Gradually add warm water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
In a pan, cook the ground meat until browned. Add onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Cook until the mixture is fully done.
Spread the tomato paste over the dough. Place the meat mixture on top.
Sprinkle chopped herbs over the meat. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden.
Slice and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.