Muthia (Steamed Fenugreek Dumplings)

🛒 Ingredients

• Whole Wheat Flour 50 g · 170 kcal
• Gram Flour (Besan) 25 g · 97 kcal
• Fresh Fenugreek Leaves 20 g · 10 kcal
• Ginger-Garlic-Green Chili Paste 5 g · 5 kcal
• Turmeric Powder 0 g · 2 kcal
• Red Chili Powder 1 g · 2 kcal
• Coriander Powder 1 g · 1 kcal
• Cumin Powder 0 g · 1 kcal
• Sesame Seeds 2 g · 11 kcal
• Vegetable Oil 20 g · 180 kcal
• Plain Yogurt 25 g · 15 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Wash and finely chop the fresh fenugreek leaves; set aside. In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, gram flour, chopped fenugreek leaves, ginger-garlic-green chili paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, half of the sesame seeds, asafoetida, salt, baking soda, and plain yogurt.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the mixture and knead well, adding a little water if needed, to form a firm but pliable dough. Divide the dough into small, cylindrical portions, each about 2-3 inches long.
3. Steam the muthia rolls in a steamer for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and firm. Let them cool slightly, then slice them into half-inch thick pieces.
4. For the tempering, heat the remaining vegetable oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, let them splutter, then add the remaining sesame seeds, curry leaves (optional), and a pinch of asafoetida.
5. Pour the hot tempering mixture over the sliced muthia pieces and toss gently to coat. Serve the Muthia warm with green chutney or yogurt.