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Spinach Malfati

Steamed spinach dumplings served with hot tangy tomato sauce and gooey cheese makes an ideal and wholesome mini meal when served with garlic bread or rice. Both tomatoes and spinach are rich in folic acid, an important nutrient that promotes the growth and development of brain cells right from infancy till the brain is completely mature.

Spinach Malfati

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Spinach Malfati recipe - How to make Spinach Malfati

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes   Cooking Time: 25 Minutes   Total Time:     6Makes 6 servings
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Ingredients
Method
    Main Procedure

For the spinach dumplings
    For the spinach dumplings
  1. Combine all the ingredients together in a bowl and mix well.
  2. Divide it into small equal-sized portions and shape each portion into a ball.
  3. Steam in a steamer for 5 to 7 minutes. Keep aside.

For the tomato sauce
    For the tomato sauce
  1. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, add the garlic and spring onions and sauté for 1 minute.
  2. Add the tomato pulp and simmer till the sauce thickens.
  3. Add the chilli flakes, chilli powder, tomato purée, salt and ½ cup of water and bring to boil.
  4. Add the milk, mix well and simmer for a minute. Keep aside.

How to proceed
    How to proceed
  1. Arrange the spinach dumplings in a glass baking dish in an even layer and pour the tomato sauce over it.
  2. Sprinkle the cheese on top and bake in a pre-heated oven at 200ºC (400ºF) for 15 minutes or till the cheese melts.
  3. Serve hot.

Reviews

Spinach Malfati
 on 28 Oct 10 11:32 AM
4

Yummy. Real hit at parties with all age groups.

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