Gluten-Free Manti (Turkish Dumplings)

Dive into the comforting world of Turkish cuisine with this Gluten-Free Manti recipe, a delightful twist on traditional Turkish dumplings. Crafted with a tender gluten-free dough and filled with a savory mixture of ground beef or lamb, onion, and warming spices, these bite-sized dumplings pack irresistible flavor. Boiled until perfectly tender, they’re topped with a luscious garlic-infused yogurt sauce and a drizzle of spiced butter enriched with dried mint and Aleppo pepper, creating layers of rich, tangy, and aromatic goodness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe offers an authentic taste of classic manti while being gluten-free, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving cozy comfort food, these Turkish dumplings are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.75 cup Warm water
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 pound Ground beef or lamb
• 1 small Onion
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Dried mint
• 0.5 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper
• 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, salt, and xanthan gum.

Step 2

Whisk eggs, warm water, and olive oil in a separate bowl. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing well to form a dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough for approximately 5 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Finely chop the onion. In a medium bowl, mix ground beef or lamb with onion, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 5

On a floured surface, roll out the dough thinly (about 1/16 inch thick). Cut into small squares, approximately 1.5 inches each.

Step 6

Place a small amount of filling (about 1/4 teaspoon) in the center of each square.

Step 7

Pinch opposite corners of each square to form a pouch, sealing the edges tightly.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the manti in batches for about 8-10 minutes, until they float.

Step 9

Mince garlic cloves finely. Mix minced garlic with plain yogurt and set aside.

Step 10

In a small pan, melt butter and add dried mint and Aleppo pepper. Stir briefly and remove from heat.

Step 11

Drain cooked manti and transfer to a serving platter.

Step 12

Pour the garlic yogurt over the manti. Drizzle with the spiced butter mixture.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2247.2

Total Fat 111.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 481.5mg	0%
Sodium 3001.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 67.2g	0%

Vitamin D 175.8IU	0%
Calcium 605.5mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1558.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 44.0%