Homemade Kayseri Mantısı

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, and water. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.

2.In a separate bowl, mix the ground beef, chopped onion, paprika, salt, and pepper to prepare the filling.

3.Roll out the dough thinly on a floured surface and cut it into small squares.

4.Place a small amount of the filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal, creating small dumplings.

5.In a large pot of boiling water, cook the mantı dumplings until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

6.In a pan, melt the butter and add the paprika and red pepper flakes for the spiced butter. Cook until aromatic.

7.Mix the plain yogurt and minced garlic to prepare the yogurt sauce.

8.To serve, place the cooked mantı on a plate, top with yogurt sauce, and drizzle with spiced butter. Garnish with additional paprika and red pepper flakes.

9.Enjoy your homemade Kayseri Mantısı!