Afghanistan Mantu

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 package wonton wrappers
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 can canned tomatoes, diced
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, coriander, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. 2.Place a small spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges together to form a little pocket.
3. 3.Place the pockets in a steamer basket and steam for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.
4. 4.Meanwhile, make the yogurt sauce by combining the yogurt, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt to taste.
5. 5.To make the tomato chickpea topping, combine the canned tomatoes and chickpeas in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until warmed through.
6. 6.To serve, place a few of the pockets on each plate. Top with the yogurt sauce and tomato chickpea topping.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you can't find wonton wrappers, you can use egg roll wrappers instead. Just cut them into smaller squares.
• chevron_rightYou can also make the beef mixture ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to assemble the pockets.