Lauki Muthia: Delicious Steamed Bottle Gourd Dumplings
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About Lauki Muthia: Delicious Steamed Bottle Gourd Dumplings
Lauki Muthia, also known as Dhoodhi Muthiya, are delightful savory dumplings from Gujarati cuisine. These healthy and flavorful breakfast treats combine grated bottle gourd with a blend of chickpea flour, rice flour, and whole wheat flour, creating a light yet satisfying bite. The addition of yogurt adds a subtle tang, while sesame seeds provide a delightful crunch.Steaming the muthia ensures they're perfectly cooked and retains their wholesome goodness. A simple tempering of mustard seeds and sesame seeds elevates the dish with aromatic spices. This recipe offers a fantastic way to enjoy the unique taste of bottle gourd in a fun and easy-to-make format, perfect for a nutritious and flavorful start to your day.Whether you're a seasoned Indian cook or a beginner exploring new flavors, Lauki Muthia is a recipe you'll want to add to your collection. It's a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, brunch, or even as a light snack.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook35 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Muthia
- 250 gm Bottle Gourd grated, lauki
- 1 cup Gram Flour besan
- 1 cup Rice Flour
- 1 cup Wheat Flour whole
- 2 tbsp Yogurt curd
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder or to taste, red
- 1.5 sprigs Coriander chopped
- 1 tsp Fennel Seeds finely ground, saunf
- 1/4 tsp Fenugreek Seeds finely ground, methi dana
For the Tempering
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds rai
- 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Grate the bottle gourd. In a large bowl, combine the grated bottle gourd, chickpea flour, rice flour, whole wheat flour, yogurt, salt, red chili powder, coriander, fennel seeds, and fenugreek seeds.
- Mix well to form a slightly stiff dough. Add a little water only if absolutely necessary to bind the mixture.
Steam the Muthia
- Shape the dough into small, cylindrical dumplings (muthia). Steam the muthia in a steamer for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and firm.
Prepare the Tempering
- Cut the steamed muthia into smaller pieces.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add sesame seeds and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Add a pinch of salt and red chili powder (if using more).
Sauté and Serve
- Add the cut muthia to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until they are lightly browned and crisp.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Lauki Muthia
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the tempering.
- If you prefer a smoother dough, blend the grated bottle gourd briefly in a food processor before mixing with the dry ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.
- To make the muthia ahead of time, steam them and store them in the refrigerator. Reheat them gently before sautéing.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 10gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 13.8gSodium: 570mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1g
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This looks perfect! Thanks for posting.
This is wonderful! Can’t wait to taste it.
Such a tasty dish! Thanks for the recipe.
This is exactly what I was looking for!