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Flavorsome Uzbek Manty

Name: Flavorsome Uzbek Manty
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 3 cups; Water, 1 cup (room temperature); Salt, ½ teaspoon; Ground lamb, 500g; Pumpkin, finely chopped, 2 cups; Onion, finely chopped, 1 large; Ground coriander, 1 teaspoon; Salt and pepper, To taste; Water, For steaming; Vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons (for coating dumplings)

These dumplings, traditional to Uzbek cuisine, are filled with a flavorful pumpkin mixture combined with seasoned ground lamb, creating a delightful blend perfect for any dinner table.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 8, 2025

Flavorsome Uzbek Manty — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Filling

For Steaming & Finishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 516 kcal
Protein: 19.67 g
Carbs: 54.33 g
Fat: 23.5 g
Fiber: 2.83 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3095 kcal
Protein: 118 g
Carbs: 326 g
Fat: 141 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 3 cups	1446	40	300	3	10
Water 1 cup (room temperature)	0	0	0	0	0
Salt ½ teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Ground lamb 500g	1300	75	0	110	0
Pumpkin, finely chopped 2 cups	60	2	15	0	5
Onion, finely chopped 1 large	44	1	10	0	1
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon	5	0	1	0	1
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Water For steaming	0	0	0	0	0
Vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (for coating dumplings)	240	0	0	28	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Making the Dough

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Gradually add water while mixing to form a soft dough.
2
Knead and rest
Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Tip: Ensure the dough is covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying out.

Preparing the Filling

1
Combine filling ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, pumpkin, onion, and ground coriander.
2
Season the filling
Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
Tip: Consider refrigerating the filling for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

How to Make Flavorsome Uzbek Manty

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Rolling Out Dough
Divide the dough into equal pieces. Roll each piece into thin circles, approximately 4 inches in diameter.
2
Filling Manty
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle. Pinch the edges to form a sealed packet.
3
Steaming Manty
Lightly oil the steaming basket. Place manty without touching each other. Steam for about 45 minutes.