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Comforting Turkish Manti Recipe Easy Homemade Dumplings with Yogurt Sauce

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This comforting Turkish manti recipe features tiny, tender dumplings filled with ground meat and served in a creamy garlic yogurt sauce with a spiced butter drizzle. It’s a nostalgic, easy-to-make dish perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) lukewarm water (adjust as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 250g ground beef or lamb (lean)
  • 1 small onion, finely grated or minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (smoked optional)
  • 1 cup (240g) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint or sumac (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or chili flakes

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt. Create a well in the center and add 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and about ½ cup (120ml) lukewarm water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean towel and let rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Mix 250g ground beef or lamb with finely grated onion, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Combine thoroughly and set aside.
  4. Divide dough into two balls. Roll one out thinly (about 1/16 inch or 2mm thick) on a floured surface.
  5. Cut dough into 1.5-inch (4cm) squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Keep covered to prevent drying.
  6. Place about ½ teaspoon of filling in the center of each square. Fold dough diagonally to form a triangle or bring all four corners together to form a purse shape. Pinch edges tightly to seal.
  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook dumplings in batches for 7-9 minutes until they float and are tender. Remove with a slotted spoon.
  8. Mix 1 cup (240g) Greek yogurt with 2 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  9. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon dried mint or sumac and 1 teaspoon paprika or chili flakes. Let bubble for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  10. Serve dumplings hot topped with garlic yogurt sauce and drizzled with spiced butter sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Let dough rest for at least 30 minutes to make rolling easier and prevent tearing. Seal dumplings tightly to avoid filling leakage. Cook dumplings in batches to prevent sticking. Adjust garlic in yogurt sauce to taste. Butter sauce is optional but recommended for authentic flavor. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before rolling. Dumplings can be frozen uncooked and boiled from frozen with extra cooking time.

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