Dudhi Muthiya

✍︎ Recipe by: Yash Mehta | ⏱ Cook Time: 30 Mins

Ingredients

For the Muthiya:

  • 400g bottle gourd (dudhi/lauki), grated and water pressed out
  • 125g Shayona Whole Wheat Flour
  • 60g Shayona Chickpea Flour (Besan)
  • 30g semolina (sooji/raava)
  • 2 tablespoons chilli and ginger paste
  • ½ tablespoon turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon coriander and cumin powder
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
  • 1 tablespoon bicarbonate of soda
  • 4 tablespoons yoghurt
  • 4 tablespoons oil
  • Salt, to taste

For the Seasoning:

For the Garnish:

  • 2 tablespoons chopped coriander
  • 2 tablespoons grated coconut

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

  • Press the grated bottle gourd to remove excess water and set aside.

  • In a bowl, combine all the muthiya ingredients except yoghurt. Add yoghurt gradually to form a soft, pliable dough. Use bottle gourd water if necessary to adjust consistency.

  • Grease your hands with oil. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll each into a cylindrical shape, approximately 15cm long and 2.5cm in diameter.

  • Steam the cylinders in a steamer or colander over boiling water for 20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick or skewer—it should come out clean. Let them cool slightly and slice into rounds.

Seasoning

  • Heat the oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat.

  • Add Shayona Mustard Seeds and allow them to splutter. Add sesame seeds and stir briefly.

  • Add the sliced muthiyas and toss gently for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.

  • Garnish with chopped coriander and grated coconut.

Serve

Serve warm as a snack or side dish.

Cooking Time

Approximately 35-50 minutes, including preparation and cooking. Cooking time may vary with larger quantities.