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Protein-rich, gluten-free lahmacun alternative
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Curd Cheese-Based Lahmacun (180 g) has 225 calories. That works out to 125 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.9 g of carbs, 28.2 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 86% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 24 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
225
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
28.2g
· 56% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 51% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 8.46 g | 42% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 558 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 113 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 320 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 125 calories per 100 g.
Curd cheese-based lahmacun is a lahmacun-style dish made with a curd-cheese-and-egg base instead of the usual thin wheat dough. It keeps the seasoned topping but has a softer, more eggy base, so it is an alternative rather than traditional lahmacun.
Mix curd cheese with egg to form the base, spread it thinly, and add a layer of seasoned minced-meat topping. Let the base begin to set before adding a moist topping, then bake until the topping is cooked and the base holds together.
Curd cheese-based lahmacun uses a cheese-and-egg base rather than traditional lahmacun’s thin, yeasted wheat dough. That changes its texture and flavor, although the topping can use the familiar combination of minced meat, vegetables, and spices.
The base of curd cheese-based lahmacun commonly uses curd cheese and egg; the topping may include minced meat, tomato, pepper, onion, and spices. Keep the topping fairly dry, because excess liquid can make the cheese base soggy.
Curd cheese-based lahmacun can fall apart if the curd cheese is very wet, the mixture is not bound well, or the base is moved before it sets. Drain the cheese, spread the mixture evenly, and wait until the base firms before lifting it.
Curd cheese-based lahmacun can brown at the edges, but it usually will not have the crisp, thin bite of traditional dough-based lahmacun. Spread the base thinly, avoid a watery topping, and serve it soon after baking so steam does not soften it.
Yes, you can cook curd cheese-based lahmacun in a covered pan over low heat, but the base may stay softer than an oven-baked version. Set the base first, add the topping, and cook until the meat is fully done.
Yes, cooked curd cheese-based lahmacun can be frozen once it has cooled; wrap portions separately to limit freezer burn. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until hot, keeping in mind that the curd-cheese base may be softer after thawing.
No, curd cheese-based lahmacun does not taste exactly like regular lahmacun: its base is milder and softer than the thin wheat crust. The seasoned meat topping brings familiar lahmacun flavors, but the overall texture is noticeably different.
Serve curd cheese-based lahmacun with lemon, parsley, fresh onion, or a crisp salad. These fresh sides balance the savory topping; add lemon just before eating rather than letting its juice sit on the base.
Vitamins
B12
2.07µg · 86% DV
B3
8.46mg · 53% DV
B2
0.5mg · 38% DV
Biotin
10.8µg · 36% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
432mg · 62% DV
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Zinc
5.76mg · 52% DV
Calcium
306mg · 31% DV
Sodium
558mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
540mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Curd Cheese-Based Lahmacun is a modern take on lahmacun, the thin, savoury flatbread associated with Turkish and wider Levantine cooking. Instead of a conventional flour dough, its base is made with curd cheese, then topped with the familiar-style mixture of minced meat, vegetables and spices and baked. It offers a gluten-free alternative while keeping the dish’s savoury, spiced character.
Serve it hot, with salad, lemon and fresh herbs, as a light lunch or an easy dinner; it also works well cut into smaller pieces for sharing. The curd-based base gives it a notably protein-rich profile. Pair it with crisp vegetables, or use leaner mince and a generous salad if you want a lighter plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.