Fenugreek Dumplings (methi Muthiya)

Fenugreek Dumplings, also known as Methi Muthiya, are a popular Jain Cuisine snack made with fresh fenugreek leaves and spices. These delicious dumplings are perfect for a light meal or as a tea-time snack.

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Fenugreek Dumplings (methi Muthiya)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh fenugreek leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup besan (gram flour)
  • 1 tsp ginger-green chili paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp fruit salt (eno)
  • Oil for greasing and shallow frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped fenugreek leaves, whole wheat flour, besan, ginger-green chili paste, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, lemon juice, 2 tbsp oil, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Add water gradually and knead into a firm dough.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into cylindrical dumplings.
  4. In a steamer or large pot with a steaming rack, steam the dumplings for 15-20 minutes until they are cooked through. Let them cool.
  5. Once cooled, slice the steamed dumplings into small pieces and keep aside.
  6. In a small bowl, mix sugar and fruit salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the sliced dumplings.
  7. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and shallow fry the dumplings until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
  9. Serve the Methi Muthiya hot with green chutney or tamarind chutney.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Steamer or large pot with steaming rack Non-stick pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Methi Muthiya can be served as a snack with green chutney or tamarind chutney.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make sure to squeeze out any excess water from the chopped fenugreek leaves before adding them to the dough.

Cost

$5