Turkish Dumplings with Garlicky Yogurt and Spiced Oil
Experience the rich flavors of traditional Turkish cuisine with these homemade manti—delicate dumplings filled with spiced ground meat, topped with creamy garlicky yogurt, and drizzled with a fragrant spiced oil. Perfect for a comforting meal or impressing guests at your next dinner party. #TurkishDumplings #MantiRecipe #GarlickyYogurt #SpicedOil #TurkishCuisine
Ingredients
- For the Dumpling Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup water adjust as needed
- For the Filling:
- ½ pound 8 oz ground lamb or beef
- 1 small onion finely grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried mint
- For the Yogurt Sauce:
- 1½ cups plain yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- Salt to taste
- For the Spiced Oil:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the egg and slowly mix in the water until a firm dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, salt, pepper, and mint (if using). Mix thoroughly and set aside.
- Roll Out the Dough: Divide the dough in half. Roll each piece on a floured surface into a thin sheet (about 1/16 inch thick). Cut into 1-inch squares.
- Fill the Dumplings: Place a small pinch of meat filling in the center of each square. Pinch the corners together to form a small dumpling.
- Boil the Dumplings: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until they float and are fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Yogurt Sauce: In a bowl, mix the yogurt with minced garlic and salt. Stir until smooth.
- Make the Spiced Oil: In a small pan, melt the butter with the olive oil. Stir in paprika, red pepper flakes, and dried mint. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the Dish: Plate the dumplings and spoon the garlic yogurt over the top. Drizzle with the spiced oil. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can freeze the shaped dumplings before boiling for future meals. Boil straight from frozen, adding a minute or two to cook time.
- For extra depth of flavor, toast the dried mint briefly in the butter.
- Substitute ground chicken or plant-based meat for a lighter version.