Turkish Manti is a delicious dish consisting of tiny handmade dumplings filled with seasoned ground meat, typically served with yogurt and garlic-infused butter sauce. Here’s a heavenly Turkish Manti recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- Water (as needed)
For the Filling:
- 1/2 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Garnish:
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and egg.
- Gradually add water while kneading the mixture until a smooth, elastic dough is formed.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the ground meat, finely chopped onion, salt, and pepper.
- Roll the meat mixture into small, marble-sized balls.
3. Roll Out the Dough:
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is very thin.
- Cut the rolled-out dough into small squares (about 2 inches by 2 inches).
4. Assemble the Dumplings:
- Place a meatball in the center of each dough square.
- Fold the edges of the square over the meatball and press the corners together, forming a tiny dumpling.
5. Cook the Manti:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Carefully drop the manti into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove the cooked manti with a slotted spoon and place them on a serving dish.
6. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, mix the yogurt and minced garlic.
- In a small pan, heat the olive oil until it’s hot but not smoking. Pour it over the yogurt and stir well.
7. Serve:
- Pour the garlic-infused yogurt sauce over the cooked manti.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes and chopped fresh mint leaves on top for garnish.
Enjoy your heavenly Turkish Manti
