Turkish Flatbread with Minced Beef, Herbs, and Spices

Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner idea? This Turkish flatbread, topped with spiced minced beef and finished with a refreshing minted yogurt drizzle, is just the thing! Perfectly crisp on the edges, bursting with aromatic spices, and easy to whip up, this dish is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients: For the topping:

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 250g/9oz beef or lamb mince
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp hot smoked paprika
• 2–3 tsp tomato purée
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• Fresh mint and coriander leaves, to serve

For the dough:

• 200g/7oz Greek-style yoghurt
• 200g/7oz self-raising flour
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp cumin seeds

For the minted yoghurt:

• 4 tbsp Greek-style yoghurt
• 1 heaped tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves

‍ Method:

1. Preheat & Prep:
   Preheat your oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7. Lightly oil a large baking tray and heat it in the oven.
2. Make the Dough:
   Combine all dough ingredients in a large bowl with salt and pepper. Knead lightly on a floured surface and roll into an oval shape, roughly 32x22cm/12½x8½in.
3. Bake the Flatbread:
   Place the dough on the hot baking tray, drizzle with oil, season with pepper, and bake for 8–10 minutes until puffed up and browned.
4. Cook the Topping:
   In a large frying pan, cook the mince with spices, salt, and pepper over medium heat for 3–4 minutes. Stir in the tomato purée and cook for another minute.
5. Assemble & Finish:
   Spread the cooked mince mixture on the baked flatbread, drizzle with oil, and return to the oven for 2 more minutes.
6. Make the Minted Yogurt:
   Mix yoghurt with finely chopped mint, a pinch of salt, and a tablespoon of cold water.
7. Serve:
   Drizzle the flatbread with minted yogurt, scatter with fresh mint and coriander leaves, and enjoy!

Why You’ll Love It:

• Flavour Explosion: The perfect combination of cumin, garam masala, and paprika gives this flatbread a delightful kick.
• Easy & Quick: A fuss-free dough and simple toppings make this an ideal weeknight dinner.
• Fresh Finish: The minted yogurt adds a refreshing contrast to the spiced meat.