Steamed Dhokla
A popular Gujarati snack, dhokla is one of the most loved snack across the country that is made in various ways. This dhokla recipe is a quick and easy one that is delicious as well as healthy! A recipe that is steamed and made in just 30 minutes, using besan with a colourful, chili tempering.
Dhokla is made with gram flour, however one can also make it from Suji. A besan batter consisting of citric acid, salt and turmeric is mixed with baking powder and steamed to perfection.
Dhokla can be served for breakfast as well as a light snack in the evening along with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Best enjoyed as it is however you can serve along with some green chutney or green chilli.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 tbsp citric acid
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt as per taste
- A pinch of turmeric
- Water (to make batter)
- 1 tbsp fruit salt/ baking powder (dissolved in water)
For the Tempering:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tbsp mustard seeds
- 1 Dried red chilli
- 7-8 Curry leaves
How to make steamed Dhokla?
- In a bowl mix gram flour, citric acid, salt, sugar and turmeric. Add water and make it into a smooth batter with medium thick consistency.
- In a glass add the fruit salt or baking powder. Add water to it and pour this into the dhokla mixture..
- Grease the steaming tin with 2 drops of oil and pour the mixture into it. Steam for about 15-20 minutes or till cooked.
- In a pan, add oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves and red chillies. Let it splutter.
- Pour the tadka over the prepared dhokla.
- Cut into pieces and serve.
Key Ingredients:
Gram flour (besan), citric acid, sugar, salt, turmeric, Water (to make batter), fruit salt/ baking powder (dissolved in water), oil, mustard seeds, Dried red chilli, Curry leaves.