Soft steamed dumplings loaded with iron - rich spinach.

Serves: 4

Cooking time (approx.): 20 minutes

Style: Indian Vegetarian

need:
4 cups spinach leaves
4 tablespoons wheat flour
2 tablespoon(s) bengal gram flour (besan)
2 tablespoon(s) semolina (rava)
2 teaspoon(s) each of chopped ginger and garlic
4 green chilli(es) chopped fine
1 teaspoon(s) cumin seeds
½ teaspoon(s) each of turmeric powder and soda bi-carb
2 tablespoon(s) chopped coriander leaves
1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
1 tablespoon(s) fresh cream
2 tablespoon(s) oil
salt and pepper to taste


procedure:
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and knead into a soft dough using water.
Divide the dough into portions and make a thin long roll with each portion.
Steam for about 20 minutes. Cool and cut into slices.
Variation: If you wish to have crisp spinach dumplings, deep fry the slices to a golden brown color.


Serve hot with: Green chutney (Hari Chutney)