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Weeknight Lahmajoun

Makes four 8-inch flatbreads

30 minutes

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The meat-topped flatbread known as lahmajoun is popular in Turkey and Armenia. We’ve created an easy weeknight version by swapping the usual homemade flatbread dough for store-bought pita breads. Simply combine the meat mixture in a food processor and spread onto pita, then bake in a hot oven. When processing the mixture, don’t overdo it or the meat may become tough. Pulse a few times, just until combined. If you like, finish the dish with a sprinkling of fresh herbs and a drizzle of cooling yogurt to complement the spiced meat.

Makes four

8-inch flatbreads

30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4

    8-inch pita breads

  • 1

    small red OR yellow onion, roughly chopped

Directions

Reviews
Keri M.
January 31, 2026
This recipe is a revelation!!!
Every recipe I've tried for making lahmajoun was both laborious and did not taste as good as homemade. This recipe is not only easy but also tastes exactly like the homemade version I've had. My whole family - 6 and 9 year old included - loved it!
Judith C.
November 19, 2025
Finally an alternative to pizza!
This was very good! It reminds me of a filling for a pasty or a homemade hot pocket. I put mine on some homemade sourdough flatbread I happened to have in the freezer. I paired mine with Milk Street’s Agrodolche acorn squash. Plenty of flavor which provided a ton of contrast. I’ll make this meat spread again! The directions do not indicate par cooking the beef or lamb in a pan first which I did and also recommend. I don’t think it affected the flavor or the texture to do so.
Donee D.
February 26, 2023
Easy weeknight dinner
My family enjoys most Milkstreet recipes. This was no different. The flavor was great. I served with hummus and the Milkstreet cauliflower and chickpea recipe. Next time I will also make a mint yogurt sauce.

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