Methi or Fenugreek personifies Grandma’s wisdom of home remedies or even for treating Diabetes. It is a great ingredient widely used in Indian cuisine. This leaf can be used to make an amazing evening snack - namely methi muthias. This recipe has two versions - fried or steamed.

Preparation Time - 15 Minutes 

Cooking Time - 20 Minutes

INGREDIENTS FOR METHI MUTHIAS

 1 cup cleaned, washed and chopped methi leaves

1 cup besan or gram flour

 ½ tea spoonful chilli powder

½  tea spoonful jeera powder

Salt to taste (preferably himalayan rock salt)

1 -2 cups water to make dough

Oil - for Deep frying

STEPS / METHOD TO MAKE FRIED METHI MUTHIAS

  1. In a clean bowl, add in the gram flour + chopped methi leaves, chilli powder, jeera powder and salt. Mix well and make into a firm dough.
  2. Make into cylindrical shaped dumplings and set aside
  3. In a clean frying pan, heat oil and deep fry the methi dumplings till golden brown.

or

  1. For those looking at a more healthier version, place the dumplings in a steamer with enough space between them. Steam the dumplings for 10-15 minutes. 
  2. Serve the muthias with tomato sauce or mint chutney. Enjoy your evening snack with tea or lemon juice!

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Written by 
Anjani Ramakrishna
Anjani has been practicing Zero Waste Lifestyle for a long time, before it became a trend. She loves experimenting with Food, Craft, and in-between. A prolific singer, she is an advocate for Animal Welfare, Sustainability, and DIY Culture.