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Thin dough, spiced minced meat filling, homemade
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Homemade stuffed lahmacun (140 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.4 g of carbs, 11.9 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
294
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
36.4g
· 13% DV
Protein
11.9g
· 24% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 16% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 294 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.08 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% |
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) | 140 g | 294 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 220 g | 462 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 588 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Homemade stuffed lahmacun is a lahmacun-style dish in which seasoned minced-meat filling is enclosed in thin dough. Unlike the familiar open-faced version, the filling is covered, so the edges need to be sealed and the centre cooked through.
No. Regular lahmacun is usually an open flatbread with minced-meat topping spread across its surface, while homemade stuffed lahmacun encloses the filling in dough. Recipes and folding styles vary, but that covered filling is the key distinction.
Ground beef or lamb is commonly used for homemade stuffed lahmacun, and some cooks combine the two. The meat is mixed with finely chopped vegetables and seasoning; choose a mince with enough flavour but not so much fat that it leaks during baking.
To stop homemade stuffed lahmacun bursting, avoid overfilling it and drain or reduce excess liquid in the filling. Press the dough edges firmly together, keep filling away from the seam, and make sure the dough is not torn before baking.
Yes, homemade stuffed lahmacun can be baked in a regular oven on a preheated tray or baking stone. A very hot surface helps the dough cook evenly; check that the underside is browned and the enclosed meat filling is fully cooked.
Serve homemade stuffed lahmacun with lemon, fresh parsley, a crisp salad, or yogurt-based ayran. These simple sides balance the savoury filling without making the meal too heavy, and lemon can be squeezed over each piece just before eating.
Yes, homemade stuffed lahmacun freezes well after cooking. Let the pieces cool completely, separate them with parchment, and store them in an airtight freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating so the filling warms evenly.
Reheat homemade stuffed lahmacun in an oven or covered skillet rather than a microwave. The dry heat helps the dough firm up again; avoid covering it tightly once hot, since trapped steam can soften the crust.
Homemade stuffed lahmacun can turn soggy when the filling releases too much liquid or the dough is too thick to cook through quickly. Chop watery vegetables finely, avoid a wet mixture, and bake on a thoroughly heated tray.
Yes, you can make homemade stuffed lahmacun mild by reducing or leaving out chilli flakes and hot pepper. Keep the savoury flavour with herbs and milder spices, and taste a small portion of the filling before assembling the dough.
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Sodium
462mg · 20% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
109mg · 16% DV
Zinc
1.54mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade stuffed lahmacun is a home-style version of the Turkish dish, made with thin dough and a spiced minced-meat filling. Recipes vary, but the dough is filled and cooked until the outside is lightly crisp and the meat is fragrant.
In Turkey, it is usually served hot with lemon, parsley and a fresh salad; ayran is a familiar drink alongside it. Elsewhere, those accompaniments make an easy way to serve it as a casual lunch or dinner. The dough provides most of its carbohydrates, while the meat contributes protein; a 100 g portion has 8.5 g of protein. For a lighter meal, pair it with plenty of salad rather than adding more bread.
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
3.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.