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Traditional Turkish flatbread topped with minced meat, vegetables, and spices.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Homemade lahmacun with minced meat (180 g) has 396 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.6 g of carbs, 17.1 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
396
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
48.6g
· 18% DV
Protein
17.1g
· 34% DV
Fat
14.4g
· 18% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 17% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 396 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.4 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.86 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 594 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% |
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 | 396 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 550 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 300 g | 660 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 792 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Homemade lahmacun with minced meat is made with a thin dough base topped with minced meat, finely chopped vegetables, and spices. The topping commonly includes onion, tomato, pepper, parsley, and seasonings, spread in a thin layer before baking.
To make homemade lahmacun with minced meat, prepare a soft dough, mix the minced meat with finely chopped vegetables and spices, then roll the dough thinly. Spread the topping over it and bake in a thoroughly preheated, hot oven until cooked.
Bake homemade lahmacun with minced meat in a very hot, preheated oven so the thin base cooks quickly. Spread the topping evenly to the edges and remove it when the underside is browned and the meat is fully cooked.
Yes, homemade lahmacun with minced meat can be cooked in a covered frying pan. Place it in a preheated pan, cover it, and cook over low to medium heat until the base browns and the meat topping is thoroughly cooked.
Homemade lahmacun with minced meat is often eaten with lemon juice, fresh parsley, and salad vegetables. Add the toppings, roll or fold the thin flatbread, and eat it by hand; a yogurt drink is a common accompaniment.
No, homemade lahmacun with minced meat is not the same as pizza, although it is sometimes called Turkish pizza. Lahmacun has a thinner base and a finely spread minced-meat topping with vegetables and spices, and is commonly served with lemon and greens.
Lahmacun is a traditional dish associated with southeastern Turkey and the broader Middle Eastern region. Its versions vary by place and household, so it is more accurate to describe it as a regional food tradition than to assign it to one single city.
Yes, homemade lahmacun with minced meat can be frozen after it has cooled completely. Separate pieces with baking paper, pack them airtight, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating so the base warms more evenly.
Reheat homemade lahmacun with minced meat in a hot oven or a dry covered pan rather than a microwave. A brief, uncovered finish can help restore a crisper base; add fresh lemon and greens after reheating.
Homemade lahmacun with minced meat keeps in the refrigerator for a few days when cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure the meat topping is hot throughout.
Vitamins
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B1
0.27mg · 23% DV
B6
0.34mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Sodium
594mg · 26% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
162mg · 23% DV
Zinc
1.98mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade lahmacun with minced meat is a thin, crisp Turkish flatbread spread with a savoury mixture of minced meat, tomato, onion, pepper, herbs and spices. It is closely associated with southeastern Turkey, where it is commonly baked in a very hot oven until the edges brown.
Serve it hot with lemon, parsley and fresh greens; many people roll the toppings inside and enjoy it with ayran. Outside Turkey, it makes an easy shared lunch or casual dinner. The meat gives it a useful amount of protein—9.5 g per 100 g—while the thin crust keeps it lighter than many topped breads. Add a salad for a fresher, more balanced 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
4.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.