Kuzu Kuzu Manti

Kuzu Kuzu Manti is a deliciously tender and flavorful Turkish dish featuring lamb dumplings, perfect for a satisfying meal. This Paleo-friendly version uses wholesome ingredients while retaining the authentic taste of traditional manti.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb - 250 grams
• Cauliflower - 300 grams (riced)
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Egg - 1 large
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Bone broth - 500 ml
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, riced cauliflower, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
2. Take a small amount of the mixture and shape it into a dumpling (about 2.5 cm in diameter). Repeat until all the mixture is shaped into dumplings.
3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the dumplings in batches, browning them on all sides for about 5 minutes.
4. Once the dumplings are browned, add the bone broth and tomato paste to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes until the dumplings are tender and cooked through.
5. Serve the Kuzu Kuzu Manti hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the lamb, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from cauliflower and fresh herbs.

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