In a bowl mix together salt and flour.
Add boiling water and stir to form a soft dough.
Cover and set aside until warm.
Add oil and knead to form a smooth and soft dough.
Pinch a small portion of the dough, roll it into a log and again pinch small portions from the log.
Roll it into tiny dumplings.
Heat water in the base of a steamer.
Arrange the dumplings in the steaming basket. While shaping the dumplings, cover the dough so that it does not dry out.
Once the dumplings are shaped, steam cook them for 5-7 minutes.
They must be firm to touch.
Remove from stove and cool them.
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, hing and curry leaves.
When they splutter, add the green chilly and onions.
Add enough salt for the onions and sauté until golden.
Add in the dumplings and mix well.
Switch off flame and then add coconut and coriander leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy!!