Russian Manty – Steamed Dumplings Filled with Ground Meat

These juicy meat-filled dumplings are popular across Central Asia, Russia, and many Eastern European homes. Manty are similar to Pelmeni which are also dumplings filled with ground meat but instead of cooking them in a broth, you steam them. And the dough is slightly different.

With tender dough wrapped around a savory filling of meat and onions, manty are steamed until perfectly soft and juicy, then served with sour cream, sriracha hot sauce, and curry ketchup. I use my Thermomix for steaming the manty but there is also a steamer pot available on amazon where you can steam them in.

If you love homemade comfort food check out my pelmeni or vareniki recipes that are very similar to Russian manty.

What Are Russian Manty?

Russian Many, are large steamed dumplings traditionally filled with seasoned ground meat and onions. Unlike boiled dumplings, manty are cooked in a steamer, giving them a delicate texture while keeping the filling extra juicy. Many families have their own versions, sometimes adding pumpkin, potatoes, or extra herbs for variation. I used my mom’s recipe and it’s hubby and toddler approved:)

They are commonly made with:

• Ground pork or beef
• Finely chopped onions
• Simple spices like salt and pepper
• Homemade dough made from flour, water, milk, and salt

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Can be made with apple cinnamon as a dessert
• Perfect comfort food for cold days
• Budget-friendly and filling
• Great for feeding a crowd
• Can be frozen for later
• Delicious with sour cream, or garlic yogurt sauce

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Manty:

For the Dough:

• 200g water
• 200g milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 750g flour

For the Filling:

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 small onions, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Sriracha hot sauce
• Curry Ketchup
• Garlic yogurt sauce

How to Make Russian Manty:

• Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl or Thermomix mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, milk and water. Mixing until a dough forms. Knead about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Cover the dough let it rest for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile prepare the filling.

• Make the Filling: In another bowl, combine ground meat, grated onions, salt, and pepper. The onions help create the signature juicy filling that makes manty so delicious.
• Roll and Fill: Roll the dough thinly on a floured surface. Cut into squares about 4 inches wide.

• Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough in half and seal the edges making it in a round shape.

• Steam the Manty: Lightly grease your steamer trays. Arrange the manty with space between them.

• Steam for 45 minutes until the dough is tender and the filling is fully cooked.
• Serve Warm: Serve hot with sour cream, sriracha hot sauce and curry ketchup.

What to Serve with Manty: Russian Manty pair wonderfully with:

• Fresh cucumber salad
• Pickled vegetables
• Tomato and onion salad
• Garlic yogurt sauce

Storage and Reheating:

• Store leftover manty in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Or microwave with a damp paper towel.
• Frozen uncooked manty can last up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Are manty the same as pelmeni? No. Pelmeni are smaller, boiled and a slight different dough, while manty are larger and steamed.
• Can I make manty ahead of time? Yes! They freeze beautifully before cooking.
• What meat is best for manty? Pork is my personal favorite.
• Do I need a special steamer? A multi-level steamer works best, but any steaming set up can work.

Once you try homemade manty, they may quickly become one of your favorite traditional recipes. If you tried out this recipe, leave a comment below, I would love to connect!

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