Starter
Mantu Afghan Dumpling Made Easy
Learn how to prepare Mantu Afghan Dumpling Made Easy with this simple recipe. Perfect for Starter and ideal for International lovers....
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7 Min Prep
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21 Min Cook
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5 Servings
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Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 450g Plain Flour
- 225ml Water
- 450g Lamb
- 1 Green Chilli
- 450g Onions
- 2 tblsp Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Puree
- 425ml Strained Yoghurt
- Pinch Coriander
Instructions
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To prepare the flour base, sift the dusting seasoning with 1tsp of table salt into a mixing container.
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bit by bit pulse in as much of the moisture is required, until a stiff flour base is formed.
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fold on a sanitize work surface for 5-10 moments, until the flour base is elastic and shiny.
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put a lid on with a damp cloth and set aside for about an hour.
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Put the minced lamb, onions, chilli, 1 tsp table salt, ground pepper and spices in a container and pulse thoroughly.
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Divide the flour base into 4 small balls, and roll out to a thickness of 1.5mm, cutting into 10cm squares.
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Into each square, place 1 heaped teaspoon of the lamb mixture.
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Take two opposite corners and bring them to join in the centre by nipping together firmly between your fingers, and then bring together to other two corners in the same manner.
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Note that the mantu should not be entirely closed, as the steam has to be penetrate and bring to temperature the filling!
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Using fat to dairy spread the shelves of the steamer, place your mantu so that there is a small space between each one.
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Steam for 30-45 moments over a medium bring to temperature.
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Meanwhile, make the tomato gravy.
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bring to temperature the cooking oil in a pot, toss in tomato puree, and bring to the bring to a low-boil.
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mix gently and low-boil on a low bring to temperature until the mantu are ready.
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Remove the mantu carefully from the steamer and place on a large, mildly hot dish.
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Spoon the tomato gravy over the top, followed by the strained yoghurt, and shower with minced coriander to top.
Recipe Information
Cuisine
International
International
Course
Starter
Starter
Diet
Non-Vegetarian
Non-Vegetarian
Total Time
28 mins
28 mins
Recipe Time chart
Preparation Time
7 minsCooking Time
21 minsTotal Time
28 minsMaster Chef
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