Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter

Name: Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup water; 1 large egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 lb ground lamb; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried mint; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups plain yogurt; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; Pinch of salt; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon ground sumac; Pinch of salt

Traditional Mini Lamb Dumplings

Delight in the rich flavors of Armenian cuisine with these perfectly spiced lamb dumplings, served with a refreshing garlic yogurt sauce and a tangy sumac butter.

3 h
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dumpling Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour

plus extra for dusting

1/2 cup water

1 large egg

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Lamb Filling

1 lb ground lamb

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried mint

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce

2 cups plain yogurt

3 cloves garlic, crushed

Pinch of salt

For the Sumac Butter

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 teaspoon ground sumac

Pinch of salt

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.

Add wet ingredients

Make a well in the center; add water and egg.

Knead the dough

Mix gently and knead until smooth (about 8 minutes).

⚠ Important: Do not over-knead the dough as it may become tough. 💡 Pro Tip: Chill the dough for 30 minutes; it rolls out more easily when rested.

Making the Lamb Filling

Combine ingredients

Combine ground lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, and mint in a bowl.

Season

Season with salt and pepper.

Mix well

Mix until thoroughly combined.

Cooking Process

Roll the Dough

Roll the dough into thin sheets. Cut into small squares (2-inch).

Fill and Fold

Place a small teaspoon of lamb filling on each square. Pinch edges to form boats.

Bake

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange manti on a greased baking tray. Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.

Plating & Serving