Manti (Turkish Dumplings) with Garlicky Yogurt and Spiced Oil
Manti (Turkish Dumplings) with Garlicky Yogurt and Spiced Oil are a delightful culinary experience that brings the flavors of Turkey right to your kitchen. These savory dumplings are filled with seasoned ground beef or lamb, then topped with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce and a drizzle of warm, spiced oil. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, Manti combines rich textures and bold flavors that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 100 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 medium egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces lean ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion
- sea salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper
- 16 ounces plain whole milk yogurt
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Turkish red pepper paste
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried mint
- 1 teaspoon sumac
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sea salt. Gradually add beaten egg and water until a dough forms; knead until smooth. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
- Mix ground beef or lamb with grated onion, sea salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Roll out rested dough thinly; cut into squares about 3 inches wide.
- Place filling in the center of each square, fold corners to seal tightly.
- Boil salted water; cook manti until they float (about 5-7 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Mix yogurt with minced garlic and salt for the sauce.
- Heat olive oil with red pepper paste and spices until fragrant; drizzle over manti before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 manti (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg