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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.

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·By Troy·January 25, 2026

Savory Armenian Manti with Garlic Yogurt and Sumac Butter

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.

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Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Combine dry ingredients

Add wet ingredients

Knead the dough

Making the Lamb Filling

Combine ingredients

Season

Mix well

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

Roll the Dough

Fill and Fold

Bake

Chef's Tips

Frequently asked questions

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