Manti Turkish Dumplings Yogurt Oil (Print View)
Classic Turkish dumplings with garlicky yogurt and lively spiced oil, delivering comforting flavors in every bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1 medium egg, beaten
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for greasing
→ Filling
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8 ounces lean ground beef or lamb
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1 onion, grated or finely chopped
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Sea salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garlic Yogurt
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16 ounces plain whole milk yogurt (Turkish or Greek style preferred)
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2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced or grated
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Sea salt, to taste
→ Spiced Oil Topping
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon Turkish red pepper paste or double concentrated tomato paste
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1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
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2 teaspoons dried mint, plus extra for serving
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1 teaspoon sumac, plus extra for serving
# Directions:
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Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Create a well in the center and add the beaten egg, water, and olive oil. Knead by hand until a smooth and elastic dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.
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Thoroughly mix ground beef or lamb with the grated onion, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin sheet, approximately 1/16 inch thick. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares using a knife or pastry cutter.
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Place a small amount of filling in the center of each square. Pinch the opposite corners together to seal tightly into a dumpling shape.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add dumplings in batches and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, or until dumplings float and the dough is tender. Drain well.
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In a bowl, blend the yogurt with minced garlic and salt until smooth and creamy. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
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Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium-low heat. Stir in red pepper paste, Aleppo pepper, dried mint, and sumac. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until aromatic. Remove from heat.
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Arrange the dumplings on a serving platter. Spoon generous amounts of garlic yogurt on top, drizzle with the spiced oil, and finish with extra dried mint and sumac as desired.
# Notes:
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Be sure to seal the dumplings well to prevent filling from leaking during boiling.