Cheat’s Turkish Manti (Easy Turkish Dumplings)
Cheat’s Turkish Manti (Easy Turkish Dumplings) - Cheat’s Turkish Manti is a simplified version of the delicious and divine Turkish Manti using ready made Manti filled with ground Meat, topped with garlic Yoghurt and, finished with a spiced Butter drizzle.It is everything I love about authentic Turkish Manti. It is comforting and creamy and is ready in a fraction of the time. This version makes it easy to enjoy a taste of Turkey even on your busiest days.
Ingredients
Manti
- 500 g Manti or Tortellini
Flavoured Yoghurt
- 500 g Plain Yoghurt
- 2 cloves Garlic Crushed
- Salt
Chilli Butter
- 4 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 - 4 teaspoon Aleppo Pepper Flakes or 1 teaspoon Chilli Flakes
- Salt
Assemble
- Dry Mint
- ½ teaspoon Sumac
Instructions
Step 1 - Cook the Manti
- Bring a large pot of salted Water to the boil. Add the ready made Manti and book according to package instructions. (8-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Step 2 - Prepare the Yoghurt Sauce
- In a bowl, combine Yoghurt, Garlic and Salt. Mix together till smooth and creamy. Place in the fridge.
Step 3 - Make the Butter drizzle
- In a small saucepan, melt the Butter (or a mix of Butter and Olive Oil) over medium heat. Add Aleppo Pepper and Salt. Then stir for 30-60 seconds until aromatic. Then remove from the heat.
Step 4 - Assemble
- Place the cooked Manti onto a serving plate. Spoon the Garlic Yoghurt over the top and drizzle over the spiced Butter. Finish with a sprinkle of Dry Mint and Sumac if using or extra Aleppo Pepper. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Storage and Reheating
Fridge (Make Ahead) - Store cooked Manti and sauce separately in airtight containers. The Manti will keep for up to 3 days and the Yoghurt Sauce for 2 Days. The Butter will keep for 5 Days.Reheat - Reheat the Manti in the microwave. Reheat the Butter separately. Drizzle over the Yoghurt and Chilli Butter.
Tips for success
- Don’t overcook the Manti. They should be tender and not mushy.
- Add Stock to the Water when boiling to make them more flavourful.
Variations
Use Veg Dumpling instead - Cheese Tortellini are an excellent choice.Serving Suggestions
Serve as a light meal with a Red Onion Salad, Tomato Salad or Cacik or Shepherds Salad.FAQs
Where can I buy ready made Manti?
In Turkish or Middle Eastern Supermarkets.Can I use Tortellini instead?
Yes absolutely you can!Nutrition
Calories: 589kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 22gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 796mgPotassium: 194mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 832IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 393mgIron: 2mg
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