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Turkish Manti

Freshly Prepared Turkish Manti on White Plate
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Turkish Manti are delicate, handmade dumplings filled with spiced ground meat, served with a garlicky yogurt sauce and a drizzle of spiced butter, offering a comforting and authentic taste of Anatolian cuisine.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
  • 250g ground lamb or beef
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mint (optional)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add water and knead until you form a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, mix ground meat, grated onion, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
  3. Roll out the dough thinly on a floured surface and cut into 2-inch squares.
  4. Place a small teaspoon of the meat filling in the center of each square.
  5. Pinch the squares at the corners to seal and form small dumplings.
  6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add manti and cook until they float and the dough is tender, about 8–10 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, mix yogurt with minced garlic in a bowl.
  8. In a small pan, melt butter, then add paprika and dried mint; sauté briefly to release aroma.
  9. Drain cooked manti and transfer to serving plates. Top with garlic yogurt sauce and drizzle with the spiced butter.
  10. Optionally, serve with warm tomato sauce for added flavor.

Notes

For a richer flavor, serve manti with a sprinkle of sumac or a pinch of Aleppo pepper on top. They pair wonderfully with a fresh salad or pickled vegetables.

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