Manto is a popular dish in Madinah and the western region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The word is borrowed from the Persian word 'manto' which means wrapped filling.
Manto is a popular dish in Central Asia and Turkey. The taste of manto differs slightly from one country to another. In Madinah, it has acquired a special taste and a distinctive shape.
There is no precise information on the time when manto began to spread in Madinah. It was probably found in Madinah in the past, but it became popular in the 1960s and 1970s, when a large number of Central Asians Muslims settled in Madinah. At that time, this dish was served in popular markets and commercial areas. Then, it was served at restaurants and became one of the most popular dishes in Madinah. It is prepared and served on social occasions, in family gatherings, and at restaurants.
Manto is prepared by wrapping the delicate dough on a filling consisting of mincemeat, onions and spices. Then, it is steamed in special pots.
You can google the phrase 'manto restaurant in Madinah' or a similar phrase to find out the nearest manto restaurant. There are plenty of them in Madinah
You can also have manto and a variety of popular rich foods at the Chefs Market.
Ramadan iftar bread. Known for its amazing taste, sheriak comes in round loafs of bread coated in sesame, that are brittle from the outside and soft from the inside. It makes a part of the table of the people of Madinah, especially at the iftar table.
Rice with the rich oriental flavors and special Madinah cuisine
