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Antep usulü lahmacun is a signature dish of Turkey; we have verified places to eat it in Gaziantep. A thin flatbread topped with minced lamb, tomato, parsley and isot, fired hot and fast so the edges blister. Start with where to eat Antep usulü lahmacun in Gaziantep.
A thin flatbread topped with minced lamb, tomato, parsley and isot, fired hot and fast so the edges blister. The Antep version is thinner and spicier than the Urfa one and is eaten rolled.
Gaziantep counts around twenty kinds of lahmacun, and the local argument with Şanlıurfa is about thickness and heat. The Antep version rolls the dough thinner, uses more isot in the mince and takes less time in the oven, so it comes out crisp rather than pliable. It is street food and a starter rather than a meal: kebab houses send lahmacun out free while the grill works, and dedicated bakeries sell it by the piece to be eaten standing. The mince is traditionally hand-chopped with tail fat rather than machine-ground, which is what keeps it juicy on such a thin base.
Where to eat in Gaziantep:
Where to eat Antep usulü lahmacun in Gaziantep: the editor picks
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Join a local family in Gaziantep for a traditional Antep cooking class. Learn how to prepare classic dishes, enjoy a warm welcome, and savor the flavors of Gaziantep.
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Discover Gaziantep’s history, art, and cuisine on a guided tour. Visit the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, taste local street food, and explore the city’s vibrant streets.
Guided tour · 2 hours
Explore Gaziantep’s culinary delights and cultural heritage on a guided walking tour. Sample iconic dishes, visit traditional markets, and learn about the city’s rich history.