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Delicious Turkish Manti with yogurt sauce and chili butter

Traditional Turkish Manti with Yogurt Sauce

Enjoy the rich flavors of Turkish Manti, a beloved dumpling-style pasta filled with seasoned ground meat and served with creamy yogurt sauce and hot butter infused with chili flakes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Turkish
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife
  • Large pot
  • Frying Pan
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Water as needed
  • 1/2 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Dough:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and egg. Gradually add water and mix to form a smooth dough. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is firm and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  • Make the Filling:
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until soft. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Roll and Shape the Pasta:
  • Roll the rested dough into thin sheets, then cut into small squares. Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each square and pinch the edges together to form dumplings (Manti).
  • Cook the Pasta:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the Manti into the water and cook for 5-8 minutes until they float to the surface.
  • Prepare the Sauce:
  • In a small pan, melt butter and add red chili flakes. In a separate bowl, mix yogurt and minced garlic.
  • Assemble the Dish:
  • Once the Manti are cooked, drain them and place on a serving plate. Top with the garlic yogurt sauce, then drizzle with the spiced butter. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, increase the chili flakes or add chili paste to the sauce.
  • Manti can be made ahead of time and frozen before cooking. Just drop them directly into boiling water when ready to cook.
  • Feel free to adjust the filling with different meats, or even make a vegetarian version using mushrooms and spinach.
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