Turkish Lamb Flatbread with Garlic Yogurt and Date Molasses Drizzle

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Thin flatbread topped with spiced lamb, creamy garlic yogurt, and a sweet date molasses drizzle inspired by Middle Eastern flavors. This middle eastern-inspired spanish ready in about 90 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, instant yeast, warm water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp date molasses
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp instant yeast. Add 3/4 cup warm water and 1 tbsp olive oil, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
2. Step 2: Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled.
3. Step 3: While dough rises, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground lamb, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, for 8-10 minutes until browned and fragrant. Remove from heat.
4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
5. Step 5: Divide dough into 2 equal portions and roll each into a 10-inch oval on a floured surface.
6. Step 6: Spread half the cooked lamb evenly over each flatbread.
7. Step 7: Transfer flatbreads carefully onto the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden and crisp.
8. Step 8: Mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
9. Step 9: Remove flatbreads from oven, drizzle each with 1 tbsp date molasses and spoon dollops of garlic yogurt on top.
10. Step 10: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.