Muthiya
Discover the magic of Gujarati cuisine with Muthiya, a delightful steamed and pan-fried savory snack bursting with wholesome ingredients and vibrant flavors. Made with a unique combination of whole wheat flour, gram flour, and semolina, this recipe incorporates the goodness of grated bottle gourd and fresh spinach, creating a nutrient-packed dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. Lightly spiced with turmeric, red chili, and coriander powders, and infused with aromatic ginger and cumin, Muthiya is steamed to perfection before being sautéed with a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, sesame seeds, and green chilies. The result is a lightly crispy, golden-brown exterior with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth inside. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a light meal, this traditional dish is beautifully finished with the freshness of chopped coriander. Serve it hot, and enjoy a taste of authentic Gujarati comfort food! Keywords: Muthiya recipe, Gujarati steamed snack, healthy Indian appetizer, bottle gourd recipes, vegetarian savory dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Gram flour (besan)
- 0.5 cup Semolina (sooji)
- 1 cup Grated bottle gourd
- 0.5 cup Fresh spinach, chopped
- 0.25 cup Yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped coriander leaves
- 2 Green chilies, slit
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, gram flour, semolina, grated bottle gourd, chopped spinach, yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin seeds, ginger paste, salt, sugar, and baking soda.
Start mixing the ingredients, adding a little water at a time to form a soft but firm dough. Knead well and set aside for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a cylindrical log approximately 1 inch in diameter.
Grease a steamer basket and place the muthiya logs inside. Steam for about 15-20 minutes or until cooked through. Check by inserting a toothpick in the center—if it comes out clean, they are done.
Once steamed, let the logs cool slightly before slicing them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds. When they begin to crackle, add sesame seeds and slit green chilies. Sauté for a few seconds.
Add the sliced muthiyas to the pan and toss gently to coat them with the tempering. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until they turn slightly golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Garnish the muthiyas with fresh chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 3144 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2432 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
