Turkish·non-vegetarian·medium

Spicy Lamb and Lentil Manti with Garlic Yogurt

Name: Spicy Lamb and Lentil Manti with Garlic Yogurt
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 300g all-purpose flour; 1 large egg; 120ml water; 1 tsp salt; 250g lamb mince; 150g red lentils, cooked; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 400g plain yogurt; 1 garlic clove, crushed for yogurt; 60g butter; 1 tsp Aleppo pepper flakes; 1 tsp dried mint

Imagine tiny, hand-folded dumplings, each one a perfect parcel of spiced lamb and earthy red lentils, swimming in a pool of cool, garlicky yogurt and finished with a sizzle of brown butter infused with Aleppo pepper and mint. This is my love letter to Turkish manti, but with a rustic, soulful twist inspired by the hearty lentil soups of Anatolia. The filling is fragrant with cumin and smoked paprika, while the tender pasta sheets are brushed with olive oil and baked until golden-edged. You'll feel the warmth of a Turkish home kitchen as you fold each little dumpling, and the joy of that first bite—crispy, creamy, tangy, and deeply satisfying. It's comfort food that tells a story.

90 min(prep 60 + cook 30)

4 servings

720 kcal

Ingredients

all-purpose flour300g
egg1 large
water120ml
salt1 tsp
lamb mince250g
red lentils, cooked150g
onion, finely chopped1 small
garlic cloves, minced2
ground cumin1 tsp
smoked paprika1 tsp
black pepper0.5 tsp
olive oil2 tbsp
plain yogurt400g
garlic clove, crushed for yogurt1
butter60g
Aleppo pepper flakes1 tsp
dried mint1 tsp

Nutrition

720 kcalper serving

Protein15g19%

Carbs35g45%

Fat15g19%

Fiber4g5%

Sugar8g10%

Directions

1
In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and egg. Gradually add water to form a stiff dough. Knead for 10 minutes until smooth, cover with a damp cloth, and rest for 30 minutes.
2
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the lamb mince, breaking it apart. Add onion and garlic, cook until soft. Stir in cooked lentils, cumin, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
3
Roll the dough into a thin sheet (about 2mm thick). Cut into 2cm squares. Place a small amount of filling on each square, fold into triangles, and pinch edges to seal. Arrange on a floured tray.
4
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish with olive oil, place the manti in a single layer, and brush with remaining olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp.
5
In a bowl, mix yogurt with crushed garlic and a pinch of salt. Melt butter in a small pan, add Aleppo pepper and dried mint, sizzle for 30 seconds.
6
To serve, spread garlic yogurt on plates, top with baked manti, and drizzle with the spiced butter. Enjoy warm.

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