Shish Barak
Small, thin-dough dumplings filled with spiced ground meat, simmered in a creamy, aromatic yogurt sauce infused with cilantro and garlic.
165 min
Levantina
6 servings
The story behind
Shish Barak is often described as the 'tortellini' of the Middle East. It is a dish that requires time and dedication, as each dumpling is meticulously folded by hand. The combination of the savory meat filling with the warm, tangy yogurt sauce, enriched with a sauté of cilantro and garlic, makes it one of the most comforting and sophisticated meals in the region.
Instructions
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1Prepare the dough and cut into small circles; fill with ground meat and fold into small dumplings.
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2Lightly bake the dumplings until dry to the touch.
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3In a pot, cook the yogurt (stabilized with a bit of starch and egg) over low heat until it gently simmers.
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4Add the dumplings to the yogurt and cook for a few minutes.
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5Prepare a quick sauté of garlic and cilantro in butter and pour it over the dish before serving.
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