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Small, hand-folded squares of pale dough filled with minced meat are piled on a plate under a thick white yogurt sauce, with glossy red-orange butter sauce and scattered dried mint on top.

Homemade Manti Calories

Traditional Turkish homemade manti with yogurt and butter sauce

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

210kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.5g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Homemade Manti (150 g) has 315 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 10.5 µg of Selenium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Homemade Manti Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g

315

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

42g

· 15% DV

Protein

11.3g

· 23% DV

Fat

11.3g

· 14% DV

Fiber

2.3g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 14% · Fat 33%

Homemade Manti nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories315 kcal
Total fat11.3 g14%
Saturated fat4.65 g23%
Trans fat0.08 g
Sodium480 mg21%
Total carbohydrate42 g15%
Fiber2.3 g8%
Protein11.3 g23%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Homemade Manti?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)150 g315 kcal
10 piece (mini)60 g126 kcal
100 g100 g210 kcal
1 serving (small)100 g210 kcal
20 piece (small)120 g252 kcal
1 cup (medium)140 g294 kcal
1 cup (large)200 g420 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g525 kcal
1 serving (extra large)300 g630 kcal

Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade Manti

What is Homemade Manti made of?

Homemade Manti is made from small pieces of dough filled with seasoned ground meat, commonly lamb or beef. It is usually served with yogurt and a butter sauce, though fillings and toppings vary between households and regions.

How do you cook Homemade Manti?

Boil Homemade Manti in salted water until the dough is tender and the filling is cooked through. Fresh and dried dumplings take different amounts of time, so taste one before draining rather than relying only on whether the pieces float.

How is Homemade Manti traditionally served?

Homemade Manti is traditionally served hot with garlicky yogurt and melted butter seasoned with red pepper. Add the yogurt after the dumplings have cooled slightly, which helps prevent it from separating.

Can you freeze Homemade Manti?

Yes, you can freeze Homemade Manti before cooking. Arrange the dumplings separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container. Cook them straight from frozen in boiling water instead of thawing them first.

Why does Homemade Manti fall apart when cooked?

Homemade Manti can fall apart if the dough edges are not sealed firmly or if the filling is overstuffed. Press the seams closed, keep the filling away from the edges, and lower the dumplings gently into boiling water.

Where does Homemade Manti come from?

Manti is a dumpling dish with roots across Central Asia and a long history in Turkish cuisine. Turkish versions are commonly served with yogurt and butter sauce, while shapes, fillings, and serving traditions differ by region.

What should you serve with Homemade Manti?

A fresh salad, pickles, or a light soup are good accompaniments to Homemade Manti. Since the yogurt and butter sauce makes the dish rich and filling, a crisp, simply dressed salad is an especially practical choice.

How is Homemade Manti different from Kayseri manti?

Kayseri manti is a regional Turkish style of manti known for its tiny, tightly sealed dumplings. Homemade Manti can follow that style, but home recipes may use larger pieces, different fillings, or other shapes.

How long does Homemade Manti last in the fridge?

Cooked Homemade Manti keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Store the dumplings separately from the yogurt sauce when possible, and reheat them thoroughly before serving.

Can Homemade Manti be made without yogurt?

Yes, Homemade Manti can be served without yogurt, although yogurt is the customary topping in many Turkish recipes. You can use only the spiced butter sauce, or serve the yogurt on the side for everyone to choose.

Homemade Manti Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.14mg · 12% DV

B3

1.8mg · 11% DV

B12

0.27µg · 11% DV

B5

0.52mg · 10% DV

Minerals

Sodium

480mg · 21% DV

Selenium

11µg · 20% DV

Phosphorus

98mg · 14% DV

Copper

0.12mg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

165mg · 5% DV

Homemade Manti Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

27
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Homemade Manti

To burn the 315 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):

🚶

78min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

32min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

43min

Cycling

🏊

37min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Homemade Manti?

Homemade Manti are small Turkish dumplings, made by wrapping seasoned minced meat in thin dough and sealing it into little parcels. They are especially associated with Kayseri, though families across Turkey make their own versions. The cooked dumplings are commonly topped with garlic yogurt and melted butter, often seasoned with red pepper or dried mint.

Served hot as a filling main course, they pair well with a crisp salad or pickles. Their dough makes them carbohydrate-forward, while the meat and yogurt contribute protein; a 150 g serving is a substantial portion. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of butter and keep the yogurt topping simple.

How Nutritious Is Homemade Manti?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

38/ 100

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.

Is Homemade Manti Processed?

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.

Does Homemade Manti Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Homemade Manti Good For?

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

Homemade Manti Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.65g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.65g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.