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Thin flatbread, minced meat topping, yeast-free, traditional Turkish cuisine
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Lahmacun (No Yeast) (140 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.2 g of carbs, 11.9 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% 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
39.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
11.9g
· 24% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% 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 52% · Protein 16% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 294 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.5 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.08 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 448 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% |
| 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 |
| 1 slice (half) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 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.
Yeast-free lahmacun is a Turkish thin flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat and vegetables, baked without yeast in the dough. It is usually served hot with lemon and fresh herbs, and is often rolled or folded to eat.
The main difference is that yeast-free lahmacun dough is made without a leavening period, so it stays thin rather than rising. The meat topping and baking method are generally similar, though recipes and texture vary between cooks.
Yeast-free lahmacun is commonly topped with minced lamb, beef, or a mixture of the two. The meat is mixed with ingredients such as onion, tomato, pepper, parsley, and spices before being spread thinly over the dough.
Yeast-free lahmacun dough is typically made by mixing flour, water, and salt, sometimes with a little oil, then kneading and rolling it very thin. Since it contains no yeast, you do not need to wait for it to rise.
Yeast-free lahmacun is baked in a very hot oven after a thin layer of meat mixture is spread over the dough. A preheated baking stone or heavy tray helps cook the base quickly, keeping it thin with lightly crisp edges.
Yeast-free lahmacun is commonly eaten hot with lemon squeezed over it and fresh parsley or other greens added on top. Roll or fold it around the herbs; using a modest amount of filling makes it easier to eat without tearing.
Serve yeast-free lahmacun with lemon, parsley, salad greens, and a cool drink such as ayran. A simple salad or soup can round out the meal, while extra heavy sides are usually unnecessary because the lahmacun already has a meat topping.
Yes, yeast-free lahmacun is practical to make at home because the dough needs no rising time. Roll it thin, spread the topping in a fine layer, and bake in a thoroughly preheated oven; making it yourself also lets you control the oil and salt.
Refrigerate leftover yeast-free lahmacun in a covered container once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Reheat it in an oven or dry skillet to bring back some crispness; a microwave can make the base soft.
Yes, cooked yeast-free lahmacun can be frozen. Cool it first, separate pieces with baking paper, and seal them in an airtight package. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly in the oven before serving.
Vitamins
B12
0.49µg · 20% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
B5
0.63mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
448mg · 19% DV
Selenium
8.68µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% 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.
To burn the 294 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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No-yeast lahmacun is a Turkish dish made by spreading a seasoned mixture of minced meat, vegetables and herbs over a thin round of dough, then baking it until the base is tender and the edges lightly crisp. Without yeast, the dough stays flat rather than rising, while the topping brings savoury, gently spiced flavour.
It is usually served hot, often with lemon, parsley and sliced onion, and rolled or folded around the fresh accompaniments. You might find it as a quick meal in Turkey or at Turkish restaurants abroad; ayran or a simple salad makes a good partner. With 8.5 g of protein per 100 g, it offers some protein alongside its bread base. Add extra salad for a lighter-feeling meal.
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
3.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.