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Savory steamed and pan-fried dumplings from Gujarat, made with grated bottle gourd and a blend of flours. A perfect tea-time snack that's both healthy and delicious, finished with a crackling tempering of mustard and sesame seeds.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Muthia Dough
Shape and Steam the Muthia
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Savory steamed and pan-fried dumplings from Gujarat, made with grated bottle gourd and a blend of flours. A perfect tea-time snack that's both healthy and delicious, finished with a crackling tempering of mustard and sesame seeds.
This gujarati recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 382.78 calories per serving with 9.35g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or breakfast or appetizer.
Cool and Slice
Temper and Sauté
Garnish and Serve
Replace bottle gourd with grated cabbage, carrots, or finely chopped fenugreek leaves (methi) for a different flavor profile. Adjust moisture as needed.
To make it gluten-free, substitute atta and rava with a combination of jowar (sorghum) flour and bajra (pearl millet) flour. The texture will be slightly denser but equally delicious.
Increase the amount of green chili paste and add 1/4 tsp of garam masala to the dough for an extra kick of flavor.
Made with bottle gourd and whole grain flours, this dish is an excellent source of fiber, which aids digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
The use of atta (whole wheat flour) and besan (gram flour) provides sustained energy release, making it a wholesome and filling snack compared to those made with refined flour.
Bottle gourd consists of over 90% water and is very low in calories. Steaming as the primary cooking method keeps the overall calorie count in check, making it a great option for weight management.
A single serving of Dudhi Muthia (approximately 6 pieces) contains around 340-380 calories. This is an estimate and can vary based on the amount of oil used and serving size.
Yes, Dudhi Muthia is considered a healthy snack. It is primarily steamed, made with nutritious bottle gourd, and uses whole grain flours. It's rich in fiber and complex carbs. To make it even healthier, you can reduce the oil in the final tempering step or skip it altogether.
This can happen for a few reasons: the dough was too tight (not enough moisture), you over-kneaded the dough, or the baking soda was not fresh or was added too early. Ensure the dough is soft and add the baking soda just before steaming for the best results.
Yes, you can. Place a wire rack or a small heat-proof bowl upside down in a large, deep pot. Add 1-2 inches of water, ensuring it stays below the rack. Place the plate with muthia logs on the rack, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and steam as directed.
Yes, the steamed logs freeze well. Let them cool completely, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to a month. Thaw at room temperature before slicing and tempering.