‘Manti’ pasta salad with crispy lamb and garlic yoghurt

Source :  the age

A version of yalancı mantı, a Turkish-Cypriot dish of lamb mince and conchiglie pasta heralded as the “shortcut manti” has been making its way around the internet for some time. Having made it several times, I have to say it’s an absolute flavour bomb.

This version is more of a cool pasta salad that can be made ahead, then crowned with the delightfully crisp lamb and almond topping (warm or at room temperature), added when you’re ready to serve. Grated halloumi and a quick chilli oil made from Aleppo pepper and dried mint bring the whole dish together.