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Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter

Name: Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting; 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

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.

4.6(997 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 25, 2026

Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h

Cook

3 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dumpling Dough

For the Lamb Filling

For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce

For the Sumac Butter

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 486 kcal
Protein: 23.17 g
Carbs: 38.17 g
Fat: 25.17 g
Fiber: 1.83 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2915 kcal
Protein: 139 g
Carbs: 229 g
Fat: 151 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting	910	25	190	2	8
1/2 cup water	0	0	0	0	0
1 large egg	70	6	1	5	0
1/2 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 lb ground lamb	1170	86	0	88	0
1 small onion, finely chopped	30	1	7	0	1
2 cloves garlic, minced	9	0	2	0	0
1 teaspoon ground cumin	8	0	1	0	1
1 teaspoon dried mint	2	0	1	0	1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 cups plain yogurt	300	20	23	12	0
3 cloves garlic, crushed	14	1	3	0	0
Pinch of salt	0	0	0	0	0
4 tablespoons unsalted butter	400	0	0	44	0
1 teaspoon ground sumac	2	0	1	0	1
Pinch of salt	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
2
Add wet ingredients
Make a well in the center; add water and egg.
3
Knead the dough
Mix gently and knead until smooth (about 8 minutes).
Tip: ⚠ 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

1
Combine ingredients
Combine ground lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, and mint in a bowl.
2
Season
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Mix well
Mix until thoroughly combined.

How to Make Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter

Total time: 4 h · Yields 6 servings

1
Roll the Dough
Roll the dough into thin sheets. Cut into small squares (2-inch).
2
Fill and Fold
Place a small teaspoon of lamb filling on each square. Pinch edges to form boats.
3
Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange manti on a greased baking tray. Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.