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Thin flatbread topped with minced meat and garlic; provides protein and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Garlic lahmacun (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 50.4 g of carbs, 20.7 g of protein, 18.9 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Selenium covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
50.4g
· 18% DV
Protein
20.7g
· 41% DV
Fat
18.9g
· 24% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 18% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.9 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 5.58 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 20.7 g | 41% |
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 | 459 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 115 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 561 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 918 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Garlic lahmacun is a thin flatbread topped with minced meat, garlic, and typically tomato, pepper, onion, herbs, and spices. Recipes vary by bakery and region, but the topping is spread thinly so it cooks along with the bread.
Garlic lahmacun is usually eaten hot, folded or rolled with lemon, parsley, and onion. A squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs cut through the rich meat topping; you can also eat it flat with a salad on the side.
Garlic lahmacun has garlic mixed into its minced-meat topping, while regular lahmacun does not always include it. The garlic flavor can be subtle or prominent depending on the recipe, so the name does not guarantee a particular amount.
To make garlic lahmacun, spread a thin layer of finely mixed minced meat, garlic, vegetables, and spices over rolled-out dough. Bake it in a very hot oven until the topping is cooked and the edges of the flatbread are crisp.
Lahmacun is strongly associated with southeastern Turkish cuisine and is also popular across neighboring regions. Garlic lahmacun is a variation rather than a dish with one agreed place of origin; local recipes differ in their meat, vegetables, spices, and use of garlic.
Serve garlic lahmacun with lemon wedges, parsley, sliced onion, and a crisp salad. Ayran is a popular drink pairing in Turkey, while pickled vegetables can add a sharp contrast to the savory minced-meat topping.
Yes, you can cook garlic lahmacun in a covered, heavy-based frying pan if you do not have a suitable hot oven. Preheat the pan, add the topped dough, cover it, and cook over moderate heat until the base is done and the meat topping is fully cooked.
Reheat garlic lahmacun in a preheated oven or dry skillet to help the bread stay crisp. A microwave works in a pinch but tends to soften the base. Heat leftovers until the minced-meat topping is hot throughout.
Yes, cooked garlic lahmacun can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Separate pieces with baking paper, seal them well, and thaw in the refrigerator before reheating in the oven. This helps limit moisture collecting between the flatbreads.
No, cheese is not a defining topping for garlic lahmacun; its traditional topping is a thin layer of seasoned minced meat with garlic and vegetables. Some restaurants or home cooks add cheese as a variation, but it changes the classic style.
Vitamins
B12
1.35µg · 56% DV
B3
6.12mg · 38% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B6
0.34mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
243mg · 35% DV
Sodium
774mg · 34% DV
Zinc
3.42mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Garlic lahmacun is a Turkish variation of lahmacun: a very thin round of dough spread with minced meat, tomato, pepper and garlic, then baked in a hot oven. It is closely associated with southeastern Turkey, where the seasoning and toppings can vary from one kitchen to another. Garlic gives the savoury meat mixture a more pronounced, aromatic edge.
It is usually served hot, with parsley, lemon and often sumac-dressed onion, then folded or rolled up to eat by hand. A glass of ayran is a familiar pairing in Turkey; elsewhere, a crisp salad works well alongside it. The meat provides protein, while the thin bread makes it a substantial meal; it contains 11.5 g of protein per 100 g. Add plenty of fresh greens for a lighter-feeling plate.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.