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Medium-Fat Lahmacun Calories
Medium-fat thin flatbread topped with minced meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Medium-Fat Lahmacun (180 g) has 486 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.7 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 37.8 µg of Selenium covers 69% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Medium-Fat Lahmacun Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
486
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
56.7g
· 21% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
19.4g
· 25% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 17% · Fat 36%
Medium-Fat Lahmacun nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 6.03 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 918 mg | 40% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 4.3 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 594 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 810 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medium-Fat Lahmacun
What is Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun is a thin flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat and classified as medium-fat in this nutrition listing. “Medium-fat” is not a universally standardized traditional lahmacun style, so recipes and the amount of fat in the topping can vary.
What is in Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun is made with thin dough and a minced-meat topping, commonly mixed with onion, tomato or pepper, herbs, and spices. The exact ingredients vary by cook and region, and cheese is not usually part of the traditional topping.
How is Medium-Fat Lahmacun made?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun is made by spreading a thin layer of seasoned minced-meat mixture over rolled-out dough and baking it in a very hot oven. Keeping the topping thin helps the meat cook through while the flatbread stays crisp at the edges.
How do you eat Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun is commonly finished with lemon juice and served with parsley, salad greens, or sliced onion. You can roll it around the greens or eat it flat; ayran, a savoury yogurt drink, is a popular pairing in Turkey.
What is the difference between Medium-Fat Lahmacun and pizza?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun has a very thin base covered with minced meat and vegetables before baking, and it is usually served without cheese. Pizza more often has tomato sauce and cheese, with a wider range of toppings and frequently a thicker crust.
Where does Medium-Fat Lahmacun come from?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun belongs to the broader lahmacun tradition associated with Turkish and neighbouring Middle Eastern cuisines. In Turkey, it is particularly linked with southeastern regional cooking, though many places have their own versions and claims about its origins.
What should you serve with Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Serve Medium-Fat Lahmacun with lemon, parsley, a fresh salad, or sliced onion; these add brightness to its savoury meat topping. Ayran is a classic Turkish accompaniment, while pickles or a tomato-pepper relish also work well.
How do you reheat Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Reheat Medium-Fat Lahmacun in a preheated oven for a few minutes to bring back some crispness. A dry skillet also works; avoid covering it if you want the base to stay crisp. Microwaving is convenient but tends to soften the bread.
Can you freeze Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Yes, you can freeze cooked Medium-Fat Lahmacun once it has cooled. Separate pieces with baking paper, seal them in a freezer-safe package, and reheat from thawed in the oven until hot throughout.
Is Medium-Fat Lahmacun traditionally eaten rolled or flat?
Medium-Fat Lahmacun can be eaten either way. In Turkey, people often add parsley, lemon, or salad and roll the flatbread around the filling, but eating it open-faced is just as common, especially when it is served straight from the oven.
Medium-Fat Lahmacun Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.3µg · 54% DV
B3
6.84mg · 43% DV
B1
0.4mg · 33% DV
Biotin
7.56µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
38µg · 69% DV
Manganese
1.12mg · 49% DV
Sodium
918mg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
279mg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
441mg · 13% DV
Medium-Fat Lahmacun Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Medium-Fat Lahmacun
To burn the 486 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 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 Medium-Fat Lahmacun?
Medium-fat Lahmacun is a Turkish oven-baked flatbread: a very thin round of dough spread with minced meat, onion, tomato, pepper and herbs or spices. It is associated especially with southeastern Turkey. The base bakes crisp at the edges but stays pliable enough to fold, while the savoury topping is aromatic and lightly juicy.
It is usually eaten hot, with lemon squeezed over it, then rolled around parsley, salad greens and sometimes onion; ayran is a familiar drink alongside. It makes a filling meal, combining carbohydrates from the dough with protein and fat from the topping. For a lighter serving, pair it with a generous fresh salad and skip extra oil or rich sides.
How Nutritious Is Medium-Fat 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 Medium-Fat 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 Medium-Fat Lahmacun Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Medium-Fat 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
Medium-Fat Lahmacun Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.