Soft and Spongy Dhokla Recipe
Ingredients For The Dhokla Recipe:
For The Dhokla Recipe:
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ENO fruit salt or baking soda
- 1 cup water
For Tempering:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 8-10 curry leaves
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Method For Prepare Dhokla Recipe
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Prepare the Batter Of Dhokla Recipe:
- In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of gram flour (besan) to remove any lumps.
- Add salt ,sugar and turmeric powder. Mix well.
- Slowly add water (around 1 cup) and whisk continuously to make a smooth, lump-free batter. The batter should be of medium consistency, neither too thick nor too runny.
- Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice , 1 table spoon oil and mix again.
- Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes for the absorb moisture.
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Prepare the Steamer:
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- In a steamer or large pot, add about 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Place a stand inside so the dhokla tray doesn’t touch the water.
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Add ENO and Steam:
- Just before steaming, add 1 teaspoon of ENO fruit salt or baking soda to the batter and mix gently. As you stir, you’ll see bubbles form, making the batter light and airy.
- Immediately pour the batter into the greased tray and spread it evenly.
- Place the tray in the steamer and cover with a lid.
- Steam on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Prepare the Tempering( Tadka):
- While the dhokla is steaming, prepare the tempering (tadka).
- Heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
- Add sesame seeds, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
- Add ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the tempering and let it come to
a boil. This sugar-lemon-water mix will keep the dhokla moist.
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Add Tempering to Dhokla:
- Once the dhokla is steamed, remove it from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut the dhokla into squares or diamond shapes.
- Pour the prepared tempering evenly over the dhokla pieces, ensuring the water mixture soaks into them.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve the Dhokla warm or at room temperature with green chutney.
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- Enjoy the soft, spongy, and delicious Dhokla Recipe!
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