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    Dhokla

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    Updated on January 29, 2021 By Shalini 40 Comments - This post contains affiliate links which means if you use them to make a purchase, I'll earn enough money to maybe buy me a lil' something - an ingredient, probably.

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    Dhokla is a popular Indian snack that is developed from Gujarat. It is made by steaming the fermented gram flour batter and then tempered with mustard seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves. It is light, fluffy and airy and can be a perfect option for your kid's lunch box to school. You can also serve for breakfast, brunch or dinner as well.

    Dhokla - Gujarati Indian Snack

    The original recipe of Khaman Dhokla requires the batter to be prepared 10-12 hours in advance and fermented. Here, I am trying out the easiest and instant Dhokla recipe, again by my neighbor. While I have had Dhoklas, at many Army Wives' houses, I have never prepared it before. When it came out so pretty, I couldn't be any more happier.

    How to prepare Dhokla

    The secret of making a perfect Dhokla lies in its spongy and airy texture. This is achieved by adding Eno fruit salt. This savory steamed cake is a great vegan and gluten-free snack and can be prepared by steaming or in the microwave. I have prepared using the microwave and I hardly took around 10 minutes.Usually, the Dhokla batter is poured into a greased round tin and is cut into square shapes before serving. I love different shapes and here it is!

    Dhokla is one of the healthiest Indian snacks because of it's low calorie and nutritious value. The tempering makes all the difference. The spices, lemon juice, and sugar water give its signature taste and moistness. While lemon juice adds to its subtle tanginess, the sugar water helps retain its moisture and gives it a sweet taste.

    Recipe for Dhokla:

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    Ingredients

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    • 1 Β½ cups of Chickpea flour, sieved
    • 1 Β½ tablespoon of Semolina, optional
    • Β½ cup Yoghurt
    • Water - as required
    • Salt, to taste
    • Β½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
    • 2 teaspoon Ginger-Green chilli paste
    • 3 Green chillies, slit or cut in roundels
    • 1 teaspoon Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Eno fruit salt
    • Β½ teaspoon Lemon juice

    For tempering:

    • 1 tablespoon Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
    • 2 sprigs of Curry leaves
    • Β½ tablespoon Sugar
    • 4 tablespoon Water

    Instructions

    1. Grease a round vessel or cake tin or molds and set aside.
    2. In a bowl, add the sieved chickpea flour, semolina, salt, turmeric powder, ginger-green chilli paste and oil. Mix well.
    3. Add yogurt and mix to form a thick mixture in pouring consistency batter, like that of a pancake.
    4. Beat the batter and set aside for 5 minutes.
    5. If you are preparing Dhokla in a steamer, keep water for boiling.
    6. Add Eno fruit salt to the batter and pour one tablespoon of water and lemon juice onto it. Mix immediately till it becomes frothy and airy.
    7. Pour the batter immediately into the greased tin and place in the steamer. Place lid and steam on a medium flame for 12 to 14 minutes, without opening the lid even once during the process.
    8. If you are using the microwave, pour the batter onto molds of desired shape and place it on the oven and cook for two minutes.
    9. Insert a toothpick or knife after the cooking time, to check if the Dhokla is cooked evenly. If it comes out clean, the dhokla is cooked.
    10. Turn off heat, remove the vessel from the cooker/oven and cool slightly.
    11. Boil water and sugar in a pan. Turn off the flame and add lemon juice and mix well. Pour this over the dhokla.

    Tempering:

    1. Heat oil in a small pan/tadka pan. Add mustard seeds. When it splutters, add green chilies and curry leaves and roast for a few seconds.
    2. Pour this tempering all over the dhokla.
    3. Set aside for sometime and cut into square pieces before serving.
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    Tips to make a great Dhokla

    Chef Says:

    Ensure that you sieve the chickpea flour (besan) before use. This will make sure that there are no lumps while preparing the batter.

    The batter should neither be too flowy nor thick. A pancake batter consistency would do.

    Beat the batter well, preferably in one direction thereby allowing it to be airy.

    Eno fruit salt should be added to the batter just before transferring to the pan for steaming/microwaving. So, the water should be ready, boiling in the steamer.

    You can also add a tablespoon of grated coconut for garnish.

    Add a pinch of asafoetida while preparing the batter and during tempering to enhance the flavor.

    The turmeric powder enhances its color, but the batter should be kept aside for rest for about 10 minutes before cooking. I haven't added turmeric powder here.

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    Comments

    1. Anita says

      April 06, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      I love Dhokla!
      Never tried preparing it though.
      Your pics are great, Shalz!

      Reply
    2. rajlakshmi says

      April 06, 2017 at 1:59 pm

      How did you get the shape... It looks so amazing. Of all the ingredients I don't know what fruit salt is so will have to google that. Awesome recipe

      Reply
    3. Soumya says

      April 06, 2017 at 11:41 am

      While I love Dhokla and have it pretty often for dinner, I always make it out of a ready pack. I'm yet to try to make it from scratch. After seeing this recipe it seems pretty easy. I'm gonna try to make it from scratch soon.

      The moulds you have used is so damn cute πŸ™‚

      Reply
    4. Mayuri Nidigallu says

      April 06, 2017 at 10:34 am

      I love your mini Bundt Dhoklas, Shalini! They look gorgeous!:)

      Reply
    5. Reema D'souza says

      April 05, 2017 at 11:22 pm

      Yummy! I love Dhoklas. Shalini I end up reading your yummy posts just before bed time and I end up having midnight food cravings πŸ˜›

      Reply
    6. Deeksha Shetty says

      April 05, 2017 at 10:25 pm

      Lovely! I have been thinking of making dhokla since sometime now.... A gujrati favourite.. i always wondered what was special... cant wait to try out this recipe!

      Reply
    7. Dipika says

      April 05, 2017 at 8:24 pm

      Everything is already said and done in comments.... just tell me HOW on earth you got such shapes lady!!! All I can bring out in name of dhokla from my kitchen is triangle/rectangles or diamonds. This is appetizing to look at...

      Reply
    8. zainab says

      April 05, 2017 at 7:47 pm

      Are u my long-lost twin?
      I'm a dhokla girl too. So, maybe need to get cooking!!!! πŸ™‚

      Reply
    9. Deepa says

      April 05, 2017 at 7:30 pm

      I know this recipe and used to make it a lot when we were in US and didn't get these things in the shops. I just realised that I have to make it soon as my hubby loves dhokla.

      Reply
    10. Ruchi Verma says

      April 05, 2017 at 6:55 pm

      I'm "J" with all who had this ....looks so yummy !!

      Reply
    11. Vidya Sury says

      April 05, 2017 at 5:29 pm

      I wondered about the shape. I love dhoklas. And I was blessed with Gujju friends in school. So yummy. I haven't tried the instant version although I have been meaning to. Right now I'd love a plateful!

      Reply
    12. Smiled App says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:46 pm

      Now this looks mouth watering! And so easy to prepare too!

      Divya Discovers a nearby Drawing Class

      Reply
    13. Jodie says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:11 pm

      Mmmmm, these look good! And healthy too, win-win!
      I've never heard of eno fruit salt though!

      Reply
    14. Sanchie says

      April 05, 2017 at 4:05 pm

      I loved dhoklas and yours look yummy~

      Sanch @ Sanch Writes

      Reply
    15. upasna says

      April 05, 2017 at 2:53 pm

      Wow, Can I make them in cup cake silicone molds? I am very fond of Dhokla and Khandvi.

      Reply
    16. Geets says

      April 05, 2017 at 2:09 pm

      Dhoklas are the best things one can have in breakfast! And the recipe that you've shared, I too go by this recipe and it turns to be great!

      Cheers

      Reply
    17. Menaka Bharathi says

      April 05, 2017 at 1:50 pm

      Dhokla, is an all time favorite of my mom, she loves them. I have mastered making the perfect doklas these days. Launching SIM Organics
      * http://www.simpleindianmom.in/organic-vegetable-garden-i-atozchallenge-i-aprila2z *
      *SimpleIndianMom*

      Reply
    18. Roma Gupta Sinha says

      April 05, 2017 at 1:06 pm

      This is such a mouth-watering post Shalini as Dhoklas are my all time favorite. I drool over all yours posts everyday πŸ™‚

      Reply
    19. Roma Gupta Sinha says

      April 05, 2017 at 1:04 pm

      This is such a mouth-watering post Shalini as Dhoklas are my all time favorite. I drool over all yours posts everyday πŸ™‚
      Truly Yours Roma

      Reply
    20. Swathi Shenoy says

      April 05, 2017 at 11:05 am

      I had tried this only once. My friend had taken me, as she claimed, to the place where they make the best Dhoklas. I loved it πŸ™‚ May be I should try once too?

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:13 pm

        I think you should πŸ™‚

        Reply
    21. Ramya Abhinand says

      April 05, 2017 at 10:37 am

      Yum yum yum you make my mouth water. This Gujarati dish is my favourite. I remember going to Ahmedabad and eating this at a local restaurant . by far it was the best and the softest I had ever eaten . Tried making it at home but was never successful. it would turn out very hard or rubbery. Your recipe gives me confidence to try it once more

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:13 pm

        Oh! Try keeping these tips in mind and let me know?

        Reply
    22. Sreesha says

      April 05, 2017 at 10:09 am

      Luuuuurve dhoklas! Of course, I've been too lazy to make it from scratch. I usually use the mix that you get.
      Some people put grated coconut on top. That tastes good too.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:19 pm

        Oh, yes. I have seen that! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    23. Kaddu says

      April 05, 2017 at 10:06 am

      Oh boy! It's one of my most favorite Indian snacks! Dhokla and Khandvi! Are you going to do Khandvi for K?
      Happy AtoZing!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:24 pm

        Haha! Who knows! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    24. Mocktail Mommies says

      April 05, 2017 at 8:41 am

      I liked the idea of using different shaped moulds for making the dhokla...in a way, it makes the humble dhokla a novelty.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:29 pm

        Thank you πŸ™‚

        Reply
    25. Shinjini (Modern Gypsy) says

      April 05, 2017 at 8:20 am

      I love Dhoklas, maybe it's time I should try making some!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:29 pm

        Thanks, Jini! You should πŸ™‚

        Reply
    26. Shilpa Garg says

      April 05, 2017 at 7:29 am

      I liked the idea of making dhoklas in cupcake moulds. Very cool.
      I dont make dhoklas too often but I love it. Will give your recipe a try and those are some fab tips!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:40 pm

        Thank you, Shilpa πŸ™‚

        Reply
    27. Shailaja Vishwanath says

      April 05, 2017 at 7:23 am

      You're making all my favourite dishes this month πŸ™‚ Mom makes the best version of dhoklas and she uses these exact tips too right from the eno salt to the beating of the batter to make it airy. I like my dhoklas square though πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:41 pm

        So, I am doing something right! Hee, I am a fussy eater. Make things pretty for me, I can eat anything! πŸ˜›

        Reply
    28. Roshan Radhakrishnan says

      April 05, 2017 at 5:57 am

      OK. I've had it many a time but didn't know it was nutritious and more importantly, quick and easy to prepare.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:55 pm

        This is the easier version! πŸ˜›

        Reply
    29. Sheethal says

      April 05, 2017 at 2:55 am

      You're giving me some serious food lists now. This looks so good.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2017 at 12:56 pm

        Yay! Thank you, Sheethal πŸ™‚

        Reply
    30. Tina Basu says

      April 05, 2017 at 12:32 am

      Beautiful Dhoklas Shalini - I haven't made a dhokla ever, may be i should try once.

      Reply

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