Sumptuous Turkish Manti with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
These delightful Turkish dumplings are filled with seasoned meat and topped with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, offering a taste of the Mediterranean right at your table.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Filling
- 1
Combine Meat and Spices
In a bowl, mix the ground meat with chopped onion, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Refrigerate the Filling
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Make a well in the center, add the egg and water, and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Tip: Ensure the dough is not too sticky; adjust with additional flour if necessary. Pro Tip: Let the dough rest to make it easier to roll out.
How to Make Sumptuous Turkish Manti with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Form the Dumplings
Roll out the dough thinly, cut into small squares, place a small amount of filling in each, and fold corners to seal.
- 2
Boil the Dumplings
Cook the dumplings in a pot of salted, boiling water for 8-10 minutes until they float.
- 3
Make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Mix yogurt and garlic, seasoning with salt, ready to drizzle over cooked dumplings.
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