Gluten-Free Steamed Dhokla
Discover the irresistible charm of Gluten-Free Steamed Dhokla, a light and spongy Indian snack perfect for any time of day! Crafted from nutritious chickpea and rice flours, this recipe is a gluten-free twist on the traditional favorite, ideal for health-conscious food enthusiasts. Flavored with ginger, green chili, lemon juice, and turmeric, the batter is steamed to perfection, resulting in a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. A vibrant tempering of mustard seeds, sesame seeds, and aromatic curry leaves adds a delightful crunch and earthy flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional grated coconut elevates its presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes, this delicious dhokla pairs beautifully with green chutney or sweet tamarind chutney for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Perfect for vegan options and effortless steaming, this recipe brings authentic Indian flavors to your table with a modern gluten-free twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 0.5 cup Rice flour
- 0.75 cup Plain yogurt (dairy or plant-based for vegan)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon Green chili paste
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Eno fruit salt or baking soda
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 8 leaves Curry leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (coriander), chopped
- 2 tablespoons Grated coconut (optional)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, yogurt, and water. Mix until you get a smooth batter without lumps.
Add ginger paste, green chili paste, turmeric powder, salt, sugar, and lemon juice to the batter. Mix well and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil and lightly greasing a dhokla tray or dish.
Just before steaming, add Eno fruit salt or baking soda to the batter and gently mix it in. The batter will become light and frothy.
Pour the batter into the greased tray and place it in the steamer. Cover and steam for 15-20 minutes on medium heat, or until a toothpick inserted into the dhokla comes out clean.
Once done, remove the tray from the steamer and let it cool slightly before cutting into square or diamond-shaped pieces.
For tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add sesame seeds and curry leaves, and sauté for 30 seconds.
Pour the tempering over the steamed dhokla pieces evenly.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and grated coconut (if using).
Serve warm with green chutney or sweet tamarind chutney.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1658 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1598 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
