Savory Rolled Meat & Cheese Flatbread
Serves
4–6 slices
🫓 Ingredients
Dough / Flatbread
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2 large thin flatbreads or lavash
(you can also use stretched pizza dough)
Meat Filling
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½ lb (225 g) ground beef (or lamb)
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1 small onion, very finely minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp black pepper
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¾ tsp salt
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
Cheese Layer
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1½ cups mozzarella or Kashkaval, shredded
(mozzarella for stretch, Kashkaval for flavor)
Topping (optional but recommended)
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Extra chopped parsley
🔪 Prepare the Filling
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In a bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, pepper, salt, tomato paste, and parsley.
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Mix until evenly combined.
(The mixture is spread raw — it cooks fully in the oven.)
🌀 Assemble the Roll
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Lay flatbread on a work surface.
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Spread a thin, even layer of the meat mixture across the entire surface.
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Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.
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Starting from one edge, roll tightly into a log, like a jelly roll.
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Place seam-side down on a lined baking tray.
🔥 Bake
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Brush the roll with beaten egg mixed with olive oil.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, until:
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Deep golden brown
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Cheese is bubbling
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Inside is fully cooked
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Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
🔪 Slice & Serve
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Rest for 5 minutes
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Slice into thick rounds
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Sprinkle with parsley
🔥 Pro Tips
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Want it extra crispy? Brush with butter instead of oil.
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Add chili flakes or Aleppo pepper for heat.
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Swap beef for ground chicken or turkey.
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Serve with yogurt sauce, garlic sauce, or spicy tomato dip.
🍽️ Great For
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Appetizers
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Party snacks
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Dinner with salad
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Meal prep (reheats beautifully)
