By Rajlakshmi
February 6, 2026
Muthiya is a dumpling-like snack in the form of a fist that originated in Gujarat, India. Fresh fenugreek leaves and gram flour are used to make this muthiya dish.
1 cup besan ¼ cup whole wheat flour 1 cup fresh Methi, finely chopped ¼ cup fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped 2 tsp white sesame seeds 3 tsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste) Salt to taste A pinch of baking soda 2 tsp fresh ginger, chilli, garlic paste ½ tsp red chilli powder
½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp jeera powder ½ tsp garam masala ½ turmeric powder A pinch of hing 1 tbsp lime juice 3-4 tsp oil inside or as needed 3-4 tbsp water or as needed Oil as needed for deep frying
In a bowl, mix all the ingredients to make a soft dough. Add water slowly to get a smooth consistency.
Take the dough, form small, elongated cylindrical rolls, keeping it between your fist, aka muthi.
In a frying pan or kadai, heat oil. Fry the muthia rolls in hot oil or shallow oil until crisp and golden.
Drain the extra oil by placing them on kitchen towels. Serve hot with your choice of sweet or sour chutney.
You can also air fry at 180 °C in a preheated air fryer for 15 mins, opening and shaking at 7 min intervals.