Dhokla (ઢોકળા)

Steamed, fluffy chickpea flour cake from Gujarat, perfect for snacking.

Ingredients

• 1 cup besan
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp fruit salt
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 10 curry leaves
• 2 green chilies
• to taste salt

Method

1. Mix besan, yogurt, turmeric, and salt into a smooth batter.
2. Add fruit salt and immediately pour into a greased tray.
3. Steam for 15 minutes until spongy.
4. Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chilies and pour over cooled dhokla.

Chef's tips

• Stir batter well after adding fruit salt to activate it.
• Avoid over-mixing to retain fluffiness.