Khaman Dhokla
Khaman Dhokla is a vibrant and tantalising Indian snack, perfect for those looking to try a new culinary adventure. This steamed delight is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a great choice for beginners in the kitchen.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 200 g Gram Flour
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Eno Fruit Salt
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds
- 1-2 Green Chillies (chopped)
- 1/2 inch Ginger (grated)
- 1 pinch Asafoetida
- 2-3 Curry Leaves
- Coriander (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, add gram flour, sugar, turmeric powder, lemon juice, and salt. Mix them well.
- 2
Add water gradually and whisk to form a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
- 3
Grease a steaming dish or a thali with oil.
- 4
Add Eno fruit salt to the batter and mix gently. You'll see it froth up.
- 5
Immediately pour the batter into the greased dish.
- 6
Steam the batter for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7
Once done, let it cool down for a while and then cut it into squares or diamonds.
- 8
In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 9
Add cumin seeds, sesame seeds, green chilies, ginger, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
- 10
Pour this tempering over the steamed dhokla pieces.
- 11
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- 12
Serve the Khaman Dhokla with green chutney or tamarind chutney.