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Thin dough, oven-baked, Turkish minced meat flatbread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Oven-Baked Lahmacun (140 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.2 g of carbs, 11.9 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
308
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
39.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
11.9g
· 24% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% 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 51% · Protein 16% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.08 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 518 mg | 23% |
| 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 | 308 kcal |
| 1 slice (half) | 70 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 220 g | 484 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Oven-baked lahmacun is a thin flatbread topped with a finely spread mixture of minced meat, onion, tomato, pepper, herbs and spices. Recipes vary by region, but the dough is usually baked with the meat topping rather than topped with a separate layer of cheese.
No, oven-baked lahmacun is not simply Turkish pizza. It is usually thinner, has a minced-meat topping baked directly onto the dough, and is commonly finished with lemon, parsley and onion; pizza more often has cheese and a thicker crust.
Oven-baked lahmacun is commonly eaten with lemon squeezed over it, plus parsley and sliced onion, then folded or rolled up. You can serve the fresh garnishes alongside so each person can add as much as they like.
Oven-baked lahmacun is strongly associated with Turkish cuisine, especially southeastern Turkey, and is also part of food traditions across the wider region. Its name comes from an Arabic expression meaning “meat with dough,” reflecting its basic form.
To make oven-baked lahmacun, spread a thin layer of finely minced meat mixed with onion, tomato, pepper, herbs and spices over thinly rolled dough. Bake in a thoroughly preheated oven until the topping is cooked and the edges are lightly browned.
Oven-baked lahmacun can turn soggy if the topping is watery, spread too thickly, or the oven is not hot enough. Drain excess liquid from the topping, spread it thinly, and avoid stacking the cooked flatbreads while they are still steaming.
Oven-baked lahmacun pairs well with a crisp salad, sliced onion, parsley, lemon and a yogurt-based drink such as ayran. These fresh sides balance the savory, spiced meat topping without covering up its flavor.
Reheat oven-baked lahmacun in a dry, preheated skillet over low to medium heat to crisp the base without adding moisture. A hot oven also works; microwaving is convenient but tends to soften the thin dough.
Yes, oven-baked lahmacun freezes well. Cool it first, separate pieces with baking paper, and seal them in a freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating for more even warming.
Oven-baked lahmacun keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after it cools, and discard it if its smell, appearance or texture has changed.
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B3
3.08mg · 19% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Sodium
518mg · 23% DV
Selenium
9.8µg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
119mg · 17% DV
Zinc
1.54mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
294mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Oven-baked lahmacun is a Turkish flatbread made with a thin round of dough topped with a finely minced mixture, commonly including meat, onion, tomato, peppers and herbs. It is baked until the edges are lightly crisp while the savoury topping stays tender and fragrant.
It is usually served hot, often with lemon to squeeze over it and parsley or salad greens to roll inside. Across Turkey and in Turkish communities worldwide, it makes a casual meal or a shared table dish; ayran is a familiar accompaniment. With 8.5 g of protein per 100 g, it offers some protein alongside its carbohydrate-rich crust. Pair it with a fresh 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
1.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.