Authentic Homemade Manti: A Turkish Dumpling Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon water, or as needed
• 2 onions, peeled
• 0.5 pound ground beef
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt. Incorporate eggs and water, kneading with your hands. If necessary, add more water to achieve a soft, pliable dough. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for a minimum of 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the filling: Shred the onions and place them in a colander or sieve over a bowl to drain excess juice. Discard the juice. In a separate medium bowl, combine the drained onion, ground beef, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spoon until well combined. Set the filling aside.
3. Lightly dust your work surface and a large plate with flour.
4. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Working with one portion at a time, roll the dough on the floured surface into a thin rectangle. Use a knife or pastry wheel to cut the rectangle into 2-inch squares.
5. Place approximately 2 teaspoons of filling in the center of each square. Gather the edges of the dough and pinch them together at the top to create a bundle. Transfer the manti to the prepared plate and sprinkle with additional flour to prevent sticking.
6. Prepare the pepper oil: In a small skillet, heat the oil and red pepper flakes over low heat until the pepper flakes begin to infuse the oil with color. Remove from heat and keep warm.
7. Prepare the yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine yogurt and garlic. Stir well and set aside.
8. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Cook the manti in the boiling water until the filling is fully cooked and the dough is tender, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
9. Divide the cooked manti among 4 plates. Spoon the yogurt sauce generously over the manti and drizzle with the prepared pepper oil. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 560 kcal
• Fat Content: 23 g
• Fiber Content: 4 g
• Sugar Content: 9 g
• Sodium Content: 440 mg
• Protein Content: 23 g
• Cholesterol Content: 120 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 64 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g