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Lavas lahmacun Calories
Thin lavash flatbread topped with spiced minced meat, traditional Turkish cuisine
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Lavas lahmacun (120 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 2.5 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.
Lavas lahmacun Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
264
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 15% · Fat 35%
Lavas lahmacun nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.12 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Lavas lahmacun?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 484 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lavas lahmacun
What is Lavas lahmacun?
Lavas lahmacun is a Turkish-style flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat. It uses thin lavash as its base, giving it a quick-cooking, often crisp-edged variation on lahmacun.
How is Lavas lahmacun different from regular lahmacun?
Lavas lahmacun uses lavash instead of a freshly rolled lahmacun dough base. That shortcut makes preparation faster and the finished base thinner; regular lahmacun is usually baked on its own dough, which can have a chewier texture.
What meat is used in Lavas lahmacun?
Lavas lahmacun is usually topped with minced meat, commonly beef or lamb, mixed with vegetables and spices. The exact meat and seasoning vary by recipe, so the name alone does not guarantee a particular meat blend.
How do you make Lavas lahmacun at home?
To make Lavas lahmacun, spread a thin layer of seasoned minced-meat mixture over lavash and bake it in a hot oven until the topping is cooked. Keep the topping even and avoid piling it on, so the lavash crisps without burning.
Is Lavas lahmacun eaten as a wrap?
Yes, Lavas lahmacun can be folded or rolled around fresh herbs, onion, and other accompaniments. It is also served flat, often with lemon to squeeze over the meat topping.
Where does Lavas lahmacun come from?
Lavas lahmacun is a Turkish variation built around lahmacun, a well-known dish of thin dough topped with seasoned meat. Its lavash base is a practical twist rather than a separate dish with one universally agreed place of origin.
What should you serve with Lavas lahmacun?
Lavas lahmacun pairs well with lemon, parsley, sliced onion, and fresh salad. For a Turkish-style meal, people often serve it with ayran; adding vegetables also brings freshness to the savory meat topping.
Can you freeze Lavas lahmacun?
Yes, cooked Lavas lahmacun can be frozen once it has cooled. Separate pieces with parchment paper, seal them in a freezer-safe container, and reheat from thawed for a crisper base.
How do you reheat Lavas lahmacun without making it soggy?
Reheat Lavas lahmacun in a dry skillet or oven rather than covering it with moisture. A skillet helps restore crispness, while a microwave is convenient but tends to soften the lavash.
Is Lavas lahmacun spicy?
Lavas lahmacun can be mildly seasoned or quite spicy, depending on the chili and pepper used in its meat topping. When making it at home, adjust the chili to taste; recipes and restaurant versions vary.
Lavas lahmacun Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Sodium
408mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Zinc
1.44mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Lavas lahmacun Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lavas lahmacun
To burn the 264 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Lavas lahmacun?
Lavas lahmacun pairs a thin, flexible lavash flatbread with a savoury topping of spiced minced meat, baked until the bread is warm and the meat is cooked through. It draws on Turkish lahmacun traditions, while the lavash base makes it especially easy to fold or roll. In Turkey, it is commonly served hot with lemon, parsley, onion and tomato; ayran is a familiar drink alongside it.
The bread supplies most of its carbohydrates, while the meat topping contributes protein and fat. At 8.5 g of protein per 100 g, it can make a satisfying light meal. Add plenty of fresh greens for contrast, or share it with a salad if you want a less bread-heavy meal.
How Nutritious Is Lavas lahmacun?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Lavas lahmacun Processed?
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.
Does Lavas lahmacun Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lavas lahmacun Good For?
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
Lavas lahmacun Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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