Armenian Manti – How to Prepare Armenian Manti with Red and White Sauce

Armenian Manti – How to Prepare Armenian Manti with Red and White Sauce

Armenian Manti with red and white sauce is a delicious and nutritious dish. Though moderately difficult to prepare, it takes 90 minutes in total to make. In this article, we will provide ingredients for six servings and explain how to prepare this delightful meal.

Ingredients for Armenian Manti with Red and White Sauce:

 

For the Dough:

• 4 cups of all-purpose flour.
• ¼ cup of olive oil.
• ¾ cup of lukewarm water.
• Salt (to taste).

For the Filling:

• 500 grams of minced meat.
• 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped.
• Black pepper (to taste).
• Salt (to taste).
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
• ¼ cup of olive oil.

For the Red Sauce:

• 4 cups of tomato juice.
• 1 cup of meat broth.
• 2 tablespoons of butter.
• 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped.
• 1 teaspoon of dried mint.
• 3 cloves of minced garlic.

For the White Sauce:

• 2 cups of yogurt.
• Salt (to taste).
• 3 cloves of minced garlic.
• 1 cup of cooking cream.

For Garnishing:

• Fried pine nuts (as desired).
• Chopped parsley (as desired).
• 1 teaspoon of sumac.

Preparation Method:

Dough Preparation:

1. Mix the Dough Ingredients:
   Combine the flour, salt, olive oil, and water in a large bowl. Knead for about 10 minutes until you get a smooth dough.

2. Rest the Dough:
   Shape the dough into a ball and place it in an oiled bowl. Cover and let it rest for about 90 minutes.

Filling Preparation:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   In a bowl, mix the minced meat, finely chopped onion, black pepper, salt, cinnamon, and olive oil until well combined.

2. Shape the Filling:
   Form small meatballs from the mixture and set them aside.

Assembling the Manti:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   After the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface into a thin sheet.

2. Cut the Dough:
   Cut the dough into small squares.

3. Fill the Dough:
   Place a small meatball in the center of each square and fold the dough to enclose the filling, forming small dumplings.

4. Bake the Manti:
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper, brush it with olive oil, and arrange the dumplings on the tray. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the dumplings until they turn golden.

Red Sauce Preparation:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:
   In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and salt. Cook until softened.

2. Add the Liquids:
   Stir in the meat broth, tomato juice, and dried mint. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens, then remove from heat.

White Sauce Preparation:

1. Heat the Yogurt and Cream:
   In another saucepan, heat the yogurt, salt, garlic, and cooking cream over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sauce slightly thickens.

Serving:

1. Assemble the Dish:
   Arrange the baked manti on a serving plate. Pour the red sauce over the manti, followed by the white sauce.

2. Garnish:
   Garnish with fried pine nuts, chopped parsley, and a sprinkle of sumac.

Your Armenian Manti with red and white sauce is now ready to serve. Enjoy this delicious meal with family or guests, savoring its rich flavors. Bon appétit!