Steamed Spinach Dumplings ( Palak Vada )

Soft, steamed Indian dumplings, loaded with iron-rich spinach. Variation: If you wish to have crisp spinach dumplings, deep fry the slices to a golden brown color. Prep time is an estimate. Source: syvumdotcom

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  cups  spinach leaves
• 4  tablespoons wheat flour
• 2  tablespoons gram flour (besan)
• 2  tablespoons semolina (rava)
• 2  teaspoons ginger, chopped
• 2  teaspoons garlic, crushed
• 4  green chilies, chopped fine
• 1  teaspoon cumin seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 2  tablespoons  chopped coriander leaves
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon  fresh cream
• 2  tablespoons  oil
•  water, as required
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and knead into a soft dough using water.
2. Divide the dough into portions and make a long, thin roll with each portion.
3. Steam for about 20 minutes.
4. Cool and cut into slices.
5. Serve hot with a green chutney (Hari Chutney).