Kuzu Kuzu Lahmacun
Kuzu Kuzu Lahmacun is a flavorful and aromatic Turkish dish featuring a tender lamb topping on a crispy, grain-free base. This Paleo version captures the essence of traditional lahmacun while adhering to a healthy lifestyle.

45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Ground lamb - 250 grams
- Almond flour - 150 grams
- Egg - 1 large
- Zucchini - 100 grams, grated
- Red bell pepper - 50 grams, finely chopped
- Onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, combine the almond flour, egg, grated zucchini, salt, and pepper to form a dough-like mixture.
- Spread the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming two thin rounds.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Add the ground lamb, red bell pepper, paprika, cumin, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook until the lamb is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the tomato paste and fresh parsley, mixing well to combine.
- Spread the lamb mixture evenly over the prepared almond flour bases.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and slice before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
- Total Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein from the lamb, supporting muscle health.
- Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and almond flour, promoting heart health.
Tags
TurkishPaleoMain Dish