Turkish Manti, often referred to as the Turkish ravioli, is a beloved dish that combines delicate dough with a flavorful filling, usually served with a garlicky yogurt sauce and a splash of spicy butter. This classic dish is a staple in Turkish cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and special occasions.

In this recipe, we’re giving this timeless dish a modern twist by incorporating a unique filling and an innovative presentation. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook, this recipe will bring a delightful and contemporary touch to your table. Let’s dive into the world of flavors with this revamped Turkish Manti recipe!

Why This Recipe?

Manti is traditionally made with a simple filling of ground meat, usually lamb or beef, mixed with onions and spices. Our modern twist involves enhancing the filling with additional spices to create a more complex flavor profile, and presenting the manti in a visually appealing manner. This not only makes the dish more exciting but also provides a unique culinary experience.

This modern twist on Turkish Manti preserves the rich tradition of the dish while introducing new flavors and a contemporary presentation. Perfect for a special dinner or a culinary adventure at home, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy!

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup water (as needed)

For the Filling:

• 200g ground lamb
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Yogurt Sauce:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt to taste

For the Spicy Butter Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For Garnish:

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Sumac (optional)

Instructions

Preparing the Dough:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg.
2. Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Filling:

1. In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
2. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned.
3. Stir in the cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Assembling the Manti:

1. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until very thin.
2. Cut the dough into small squares, about 2 inches in size.
3. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each square.
4. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle, then pinch the edges to seal.

Cooking the Manti:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the manti and cook for about 8-10 minutes, until they float to the surface and are tender.
3. Drain the manti and transfer to a serving dish.

Preparing the Yogurt Sauce:

1. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and salt until well combined.

Preparing the Spicy Butter Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in the paprika and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Serving:

1. Spoon the yogurt sauce over the cooked manti.
2. Drizzle the spicy butter sauce on top.
3. Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of sumac if desired.

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Revamping the Classic: Turkish Manti with a Modern Twist

Prep Time 45 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

A modern twist on the classic Turkish Manti, featuring a flavorful filling and an innovative presentation.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup water (as needed)
• 200g ground lamb
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt to taste
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Sumac (optional)

Instructions 

• In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg.
• Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
• Add the ground lamb and cook until browned.
• Stir in the cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
• Roll out the dough on a floured surface until very thin.
• Cut the dough into small squares, about 2 inches in size.
• Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each square.
• Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle, then pinch the edges to seal.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the manti and cook for about 8-10 minutes, until they float to the surface and are tender.
• Drain the manti and transfer to a serving dish.
• In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and salt until well combined.
• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Stir in the paprika and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
• Spoon the yogurt sauce over the cooked manti.
• Drizzle the spicy butter sauce on top.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of sumac if desired.