Flavorful Turkish Manti – Ready in 45 Minutes

Turkish Manti: Little Dumplings That Pack a Flavor Punch

Ever wanted to bring the authentic taste of Turkish street food into your kitchen? Dive into this recipe for Manti – soft, savory dumplings topped with a creamy yogurt‑garlic sauce and a whisper of red pepper. It’s a comforting hug of comfort food that’s surprisingly simple to make.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all‑purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• ¾ cup warm water
• 1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
• 1 small onion, grated
• ½ tsp salt (filling)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (sauce)
• 1 tsp tomato paste (optional)
• ½ tsp dried mint, for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Create a well in the center.
2. Pour the egg into the well, then gradually add water while mixing. Knead until a firm dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes to develop gluten, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
4. Mix ground beef, grated onion, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
5. Roll out the dough thinly and cut it into 2 cm squares.
6. Scoop a small portion of filling into the center of each square and fold the edges together to seal.
7. Boil salted water in a pot until it roars. Drop the dumplings in and cook 8‑10 minutes until they float to the surface.
8. Whisk yogurt and minced garlic in a bowl. Heat butter in a skillet, then sauté red pepper flakes and optional tomato paste until fragrant.
9. Pour the yogurt mixture over the cooked dumplings, then top with the butter‑flavor sauce.
10. Sprinkle dried mint over the dish and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)