Modern Yemeni Style Mantu

About this recipe

Experience the rich and aromatic tradition of Yemeni-style Mantu, a steamed dumpling dish filled with spicy ground beef and served with a tangy tomato and refreshing yogurt sauce. This contemporary take on a classic Yemeni recipe offers step-by-step guidance for perfecting these delicate dumplings, making it suitable for both special occasions and comforting weeknight meals.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 package dumpling wrappers
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Mix ground beef, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

2. 2

   Place a spoonful of beef mixture on each dumpling wrapper and seal the edges.

3. 3

   Steam dumplings for 15-18 minutes until fully cooked.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a saucepan; sauté onions and garlic for tomato sauce.

5. 5

   Add crushed tomatoes, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper to sauce; simmer 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Mix yogurt with garlic and salt in a bowl.

7. 7

   Serve steamed dumplings with tomato sauce, yogurt sauce, and a garnish of fresh cilantro.