Authentic Gujarati Muthia Veg
Enjoy a delicious, traditional Gujarati snack with this easy-to-follow Muthia recipe. Made with wholesome wheat flour, gram flour, and grated bottle gourd (lauki), these steamed dumplings are seasoned with aromatic spices, ginger, chili, and a hint of lemon for the perfect balance of flavors. Once steamed to perfection, they are finished with a flavorful tempering of mustard seeds, sesame, and curry leaves for a crispy, golden touch. A healthy, tasty treat for any time of day!
Ingredients
Base:
1 cup Wheat Flour
3 tbsp Gram Flour (besan)
250 g Bottle Gourd (grated)
Flavorings:
1 tbsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Cumin Powder
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Green chilli paste
2 tsp Sugar
to taste Salt
Leavening:
pinch Baking Soda
Extras:
1 small Lemon Juice
1 tbsp Oil
1 cup Coriander Leaves (finely chopped)
Tempering:
2 tbsp Oil
1 tbsp Mustard Seeds
2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
4 leaves Curry Leaves
1 piece Dry Red Chilli
Instructions
1
Boil water in a pot and place a greased sieve or steaming plate over it. Cover with a lid and let it heat.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine , Wheat flour and Gram flour (besan)
3
Now combine Coriander powder Cumin powder Red chili powder ,Turmeric powder and Ginger-chili paste
4
Mix well
5
Add Sugar, Baking Soda, Lemon juice, Oil, Fresh coriander leaves , Grated bottle gourd (lauki)
6
Mix everything well and add salt to taste.
7
The grated bottle gourd will release moisture, so avoid adding extra water. Knead into a soft dough.
8
Grease your palms with oil and shape the dough into cylindrical rolls. Place them in the prepared steamer and steam for 20–25 minutes.
9
The muthia is cooked when the rolls feel firm to touch.
10
Allow the steamed rolls to cool completely. Slice them into thin pieces.
11
Heat oil in a pan. Add Mustard seeds, Sesame seeds, Curry leaves and Dry red chili
12
Once aromatic, add the sliced muthia and toss gently. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the edges turn light golden brown.
13
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings per recipe
