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Traditional Bosnian manti, dumplings filled with ground meat, served with yogurt and garlic.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
8 piece (medium) of Bosnian manti (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Bosnian manti comes from Bosnian cooking: small parcels of thin dough are filled with minced meat, arranged closely in a baking dish and baked until golden. It is distinct from the smaller, boiled dumplings often called manti elsewhere; the Bosnian version is typically served as a baked dish with yogurt and garlic.
The pastry is lightly crisp at the edges and soft inside, while the savoury filling pairs well with cool, tangy yogurt. It makes a hearty main meal, especially alongside a simple salad or fresh vegetables. If you prefer a lighter serving, add extra salad and use a modest spoonful of yogurt rather than a heavy topping.
Selected: 100 g
210
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 16% · Fat 32%
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.2µg · 11% DV
B3
1.6mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
340mg · 15% DV
Selenium
7.5µg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
Bosnian manti is a baked Balkan dumpling made from thin dough parcels filled with minced meat. It is commonly served hot with garlic yogurt, rather than boiled and topped with the sauces often associated with Turkish manti.
Bosnian manti is made by filling thinly rolled dough with seasoned minced meat, folding it into small parcels, and baking the parcels in a dish. Arrange them close together so they hold their shape, then serve with yogurt and garlic.
Bosnian manti is typically baked as larger dough parcels and served with garlic yogurt. Turkish manti is often made as much smaller dumplings, boiled in water, and served with a tomato or pepper-butter sauce; recipes vary across both cuisines.
Bosnian manti comes from Bosnia and Herzegovina and is part of the wider Balkan tradition of filled dough dishes. Families and regions may differ in how they shape the parcels, season the meat, and add yogurt or garlic.
Bosnian manti is usually filled with minced beef, often mixed with finely chopped onion and seasoning. Some home cooks use lamb or combine meats; keeping the filling fairly compact makes the dough parcels easier to seal.
Bosnian manti is usually baked, not boiled. The parcels are arranged in a baking dish and cooked until the dough is golden and the meat filling is cooked through; baking gives the outside a different texture from boiled dumplings.
Bosnian manti is traditionally served with garlic yogurt, either spooned over the hot parcels or offered on the side. A simple salad or fresh vegetables can accompany it, while the yogurt provides the dish’s familiar tangy contrast.
Yes, you can assemble Bosnian manti ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake it. For longer storage, freeze the uncooked parcels separately first so they do not stick together.
Reheat leftover Bosnian manti in the oven until hot throughout; this helps the pastry stay firmer than microwave reheating. Keep any garlic yogurt separate and add it after heating, since reheating the yogurt can affect its texture.
Yes, thin ready-made pastry can save time when making Bosnian manti, though its texture may differ from homemade dough. Use small pieces, add a modest amount of filling, and seal the edges well to keep the parcels intact while baking.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.