Traditional Closed Square Novi Pazar Mantije with Beef

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Knead flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and water for 10 minutes into a smooth elastic dough. Divide into four balls, coat lightly with oil, cover, and rest 45 minutes.

Ingredients quick view

500 g all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided

300 ml lukewarm water

120 ml sunflower oil or melted butter, for stretching and brushing

600 g ground beef

1 large onion, very finely chopped

1 teaspoon black pepper

500 g plain yogurt, for serving

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Tuck all four sides under each small portion so every pastry is fully closed before it enters the pan.

Keep the raw beef filling chilled until the paper-thin dough is ready to wrap.

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