Thin Flatbread with Spiced Minced Meat

Thin Flatbread with Spiced Minced Meat is one of the most iconic and beloved dishes of traditional cuisine. Made by spreading a seasoned minced meat mixture over very thin dough and baking it at high heat, this dish can be easily prepared at home in a healthier way and adjusted to your personal taste. Served with fresh herbs and lemon, its flavor becomes even more vibrant.

In this recipe, you will find all the ingredients and step-by-step instructions needed to make perfectly crispy flatbread with minced meat. With the right dough texture and filling, you can achieve excellent results.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups flour

• 1 cup warm water

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1 packet instant yeast (10 g) or ½ packet fresh yeast

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Topping:

• 300 g ground beef

• 2 tomatoes

• 1 large onion

• 2 green peppers

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 tablespoon red pepper paste

• ½ tea glass olive oil

• ½ bunch parsley

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• 1 teaspoon cumin

How to Make Thin Flatbread with Spiced Minced Meat

• Sift the flour into a large bowl and make a well in the center.

• Add the yeast, sugar, and warm water, then let it rest for 5 minutes.

• Add the salt and olive oil and knead into a smooth dough.

• Knead until the dough is no longer sticky, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour.

• Meanwhile, prepare the topping. Finely process the onion, peppers, tomatoes, and parsley until finely chopped.

• Place the ground beef in a large bowl and add the prepared vegetables.

• Add the tomato paste, spices, and olive oil, then mix thoroughly.

• Divide the risen dough into 6 equal portions and roll each one out very thinly.

• Spread the meat mixture evenly over each rolled dough.

• Bake in a preheated 250°C (482°F) oven for 7–10 minutes.

• Serve hot straight from the oven.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with plenty of fresh parsley, lettuce, onion, and lemon wedges. It pairs perfectly with a cold yogurt-based drink. For a softer texture, place the baked flatbreads between clean kitchen towels and let them rest briefly before serving.

With this homemade recipe, you can prepare a delicious and satisfying meal that is both flavorful and wholesome. Enjoy!