Armenian Pizza (aka Lahmajoon) Recipe

Name: Armenian Pizza (aka Lahmajoon)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves; 1 medium onion, roughly chopped; 1 small green pepper, seeded and roughly chopped; 1 pound ground lamb (or ground beef); 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Salt and pepper; Flour tortillas; Lemon wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 small green pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
1 pound ground lamb (or ground beef)
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper
Flour tortillas
Lemon wedges, to serve

1
Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Pulse the garlic in a food processor to mince it.
3
Add the onion and pulse to chop, then add the green pepper and pulse to chop.
4
Add the lamb, tomato paste, tomatoes, parsley, cumin, cayenne, and salt and pepper; process until everything is very well chopped.
5
The consistency should be wet and pasty, like hummus.
6
Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture onto flour tortillas all the way to the edge.
7
Bake directly on the oven rack for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are browned and the meat is cooked through.
8
If the tortilla begins to inflate in the oven, pop it with a fork from the top.
9
To serve, squeeze some lemon over the top, fold the pizza into quarters, and eat out of hand.

437

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, 1 medium onion, roughly chopped, 1 small green pepper, seeded and roughly chopped, 1 pound ground lamb (or ground beef), and more.

Yes, Armenian Pizza (aka Lahmajoon) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Armenian Pizza (aka Lahmajoon)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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