Dhal Dumplings

Ingredients

Toor dhal 1/2 cup

Urad dhal 1/4 cup

Fresh coconut grated 2 tsp

Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp

Cumin/Jeera powder 1/2 tsp

Pepper powder 1/2 tsp

Red chilly powder 1 tsp

Salt as per taste

Coriander leaves few springs

Curry leaves 4-5

Oil 1 tsp

Method

Soak toor dhal and urad dhal in water for 3-4 hours.

Refresh in water and strain the soaked dhals.

To the mixer add both the dhals and grated coconut and grind to coarse paste. Dont add water until extremely necessary.

Take the ground dhal and coconut paste to a bowl, add salt, cumin powder, pepper powder, chilly powder, finely chopped coriander and curry leaves.

Mix everything well and adjust any seasonings if required.

Form each portion into a ball, roll into thick 2 – 3 inch cylinder and lightly flatten the cylinder.

Repeat the same with remaining portions.

Place all the dhal dumplings on a steamer and steam for 10 – 15 minutes.
Let them stand for around 5 minutes before touching.

Serve dhal dumplings with any chutney of your choice.

Suggestions

Garnishing can be done by adding tempered mustard seeds.

Fresh coconut and corainder leaves can also be sprinkled on dhal dumplings.