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Mini size, thin dough, minced meat, spicy, Tarsus style
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (mini) of Mini Tarsus Lahmacun (60 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 5.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 60 g
138
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.7g
· 11% DV
Fat
5.1g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 17% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 138 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.1 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
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 (mini) | 60 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 207 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 120 g | 276 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 276 kcal |
| 3 piece (mini) | 180 g | 414 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 414 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 414 kcal |
| 5 piece (mini) | 300 g | 690 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 690 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is a small, thin-dough Turkish flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat and associated with Tarsus-style preparation. It is usually served hot and can be eaten as an individual snack, a light meal, or part of a shared spread.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is smaller and made with thin dough, while its Tarsus-style topping is characteristically spiced. Regular lahmacun varies in size, thickness, and seasoning from one region or shop to another, so the exact contrast depends on the version.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is made with thin wheat dough and a minced-meat topping seasoned with spices. Recipes may also include ingredients such as onion, tomato, pepper, and herbs, but the exact mixture varies by cook and bakery.
Eat Mini Tarsus Lahmacun hot, often with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs or salad tucked on top. Its small size makes it easy to eat by hand; you can also fold it or roll it around the fresh toppings.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is seasoned, but its heat level varies with the amount and type of pepper used. If you prefer mild food, ask the shop for a less spicy version; cooling sides such as yogurt or ayran can balance the heat.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is generally served hot, with lemon and fresh accompaniments such as parsley, salad, or onion. Ayran is a common drink alongside lahmacun in Turkey, while a shared table may include other meze or grilled dishes.
To make Mini Tarsus Lahmacun at home, roll dough into small, thin rounds and spread a thin layer of seasoned minced-meat mixture over each one. Bake in a thoroughly preheated oven until the topping is cooked and the edges are browned.
Yes, you can freeze cooked Mini Tarsus Lahmacun once it has cooled. Separate the pieces with baking paper, seal them well, and freeze; reheat from thawed in an oven to bring back some crispness.
Reheat Mini Tarsus Lahmacun in a preheated oven or a covered skillet over low heat to warm the topping while keeping the base firmer. A microwave works quickly but tends to soften the thin dough.
Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is associated with Tarsus, a city in Türkiye’s Mersin province, and belongs to the broader tradition of lahmacun. Its name points to the regional style and smaller format rather than a separate kind of dough.
Vitamins
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.26mg · 8% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Selenium
4.5µg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
49mg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.66mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 138 calories in 1 piece (mini) (60 g):
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Mini Tarsus Lahmacun is a small-format version of lahmacun associated with Tarsus in southern Türkiye. A thin round of dough is topped with minced meat, commonly mixed with onion, tomato, pepper and spices, then baked. The result is savoury and gently spicy, with a crisp edge, a soft centre and a thin layer of meat topping.
In Türkiye, it is usually served hot with lemon, parsley and fresh greens, either folded or rolled around the filling. It works as a snack, a starter or part of a meal; elsewhere, serve it with a simple salad for an easy lunch. Its dough supplies much of the carbohydrate, while the minced meat contributes protein and fat. For a lighter plate, add plenty of greens and keep richer sides modest.
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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.