Instructions
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To prepare the pastry mix, sift the ground mix with 1tsp of seasoning into a mixing container.
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bit by bit toss together in as much of the aqua is required, until a stiff pastry mix is formed.
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fold on a wipe down work surface for 5-10 mins, until the pastry mix is elastic and shiny.
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wrap with a damp cloth and set aside for about an hour.
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Put the cut up lamb, onions, chilli, 1 tsp seasoning, ground pepper and spices in a container and toss together thoroughly.
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Divide the pastry mix 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 bubble gently the filling!
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Using fat to coat 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 mins over a medium toasty.
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Meanwhile, make the tomato condiment dip.
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toasty the coat in a pot, mix in tomato puree, and bring to the heat to boiling point.
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mix gently and bubble gently on a low toasty until the mantu are ready.
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Remove the mantu carefully from the steamer and place on a large, toasty dish.
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Spoon the tomato condiment dip over the top, followed by the strained yoghurt, and dust with cut up coriander to decorate.