Mantu Recipe (Afghan Dumplings) || منتو

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground lamb

Ground turkey lowers fat content while ground lamb is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a similar tang with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

mint

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried mint

Parsley provides a fresh flavor, while dried mint is more economical.

Cut the onions.

Make the filling with beef/lamb mince, chopped onions, crushed garlic, crushed ginger, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.

Make the toppings using yogurt, dry mint, and fresh coriander.

Fold the mantu dumplings with the filling.

Steam the mantu dumplings.

Plate the dish and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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