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Thin flatbread topped with minced meat and pepper mixture
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pepper lahmacun (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.6 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 4.1 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
44.6g
· 16% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 18% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.38 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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 (thin) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (thick) | 210 g | 536 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Pepper lahmacun is a thin Turkish flatbread topped with minced meat and a pepper mixture, then baked. The pepper adds flavour to the topping, while the thin base keeps the dish distinct from a thick-crust pizza.
Pepper lahmacun typically has minced meat, peppers, onion, tomato or tomato paste, and seasonings spread over thin dough. Recipes vary, and some use pepper paste or fresh herbs to give the topping a deeper flavour.
Pepper lahmacun is not necessarily hot. Sweet peppers or mild pepper paste add flavour without much heat; whether it is spicy depends on the type and amount of hot pepper used in the topping.
Pepper lahmacun highlights peppers in its minced-meat topping, while the amount and type of pepper in regular lahmacun can vary. The names are not standardized, so recipes from different restaurants may be quite similar.
Pepper lahmacun is usually eaten warm, either folded or rolled. Add lemon and fresh parsley, or tuck in salad and onion before rolling; the thin flatbread can tear if overloaded with filling.
Pepper lahmacun pairs well with lemon, parsley, a fresh salad, and a cooling drink such as ayran. These sides balance the savoury meat-and-pepper topping without covering its flavour.
Yes, you can make a meat-free version of Pepper lahmacun using finely chopped mushrooms, lentils, or a plant-based mince with the pepper mixture. It will differ from the traditional minced-meat topping but can still be spread thinly over the dough.
Reheat Pepper lahmacun in a dry skillet or a preheated oven rather than covering it or adding water. These methods warm the topping while helping the thin base stay crisp; a microwave tends to soften it.
Yes, cooked Pepper lahmacun can be frozen. Separate pieces with baking paper, seal them well, and reheat from thawed in a skillet or oven; the crust may be less crisp than when freshly baked.
Store cooked Pepper lahmacun in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat so the remaining pieces are not repeatedly warmed.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B3
5.22mg · 33% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
17.64mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Sodium
774mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
428mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 459 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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Pepper lahmacun is a thin, crisp flatbread spread with minced meat, pepper and seasonings, then baked in a hot oven. Lahmacun is popular in Turkey and is also part of the wider food traditions of the eastern Mediterranean and Middle East; the pepper gives this version a more pronounced, savoury flavour.
It is usually served hot, often with lemon, parsley and sliced onion, then folded or rolled to eat. For an easy meal, pair it with salad or yoghurt; it also works well as a shared dish.
The meat topping contributes protein, while the thin base supplies most of the carbohydrate. Add extra salad and go easy on rich sides if you want a lighter 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
7.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.