Turkish Manti

Ingredients:

Manti

• 2 packs of instant oatmeal without flavors (about 2/3 cup) at 30g each
• 2 cups flour + extra for work
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp. l. olive oil
• 220 g of ground beef
• 1 small white onion, grated and squeezed out

Toppings

• 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 clove of garlic, grated
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 - 2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp paprika

Preparation:

1. Prepare mantiCook the oats according to package directions and let them cool. In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Make a well in the center. Add the egg and olive oil to the well and mix with a fork.
2. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead into a smooth ball. Cover with a towel and let rest for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, 1 tablespoon of salt, and pepper to taste.
3. Prepare the toppingsIn a bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic, 1 cup water, and salt to taste. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the red pepper flakes and paprika and cook for 1 minute. Set the yogurt sauce and herb oil aside.
4. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
5. Divide the dough into 4 pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a 50 x 10 cm rectangle, then cut into 5 x 5 cm squares. Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each square, fold the dough into a triangle, and press the edges to seal the filling inside.
6. Cook the manti in batches, stirring occasionally, until they float to the surface, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and divide the manti into bowls. Top with yogurt sauce and herbed butter.