About
Besan Dhokla is a popular Indian snack made from chickpea flour (besan). It is a savory cake-like dish that is steamed. It is usually served with chutney or yogurt and is a popular snack in Gujarat, India. Besan Dhokla is a healthy snack that is high in protein and low in fat. It is also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
6.8
Fats
16.0
Carbs
7.0
Fibre
2.8
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Recipe
Ingredients
besan (gram flour)
1 cup
curd
1/2 cup
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
sugar
1 teaspoon
fruit salt
1 teaspoon
oil
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon
cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon
asafoetida
1/4 teaspoon
sesame seeds
1 teaspoon
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
chopped green chillies
2 tablespoons
water
1/4 cup
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, mix together besan, curd, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, ginger-garlic paste, sugar, salt and 1/4 cup of water.
Step 2:
Mix well to make a thick batter.
Step 3:
Grease a plate with oil and pour the batter into it.
Step 4:
Sprinkle sesame seeds, chopped coriander leaves and green chillies on top.
Step 5:
Place the plate in a steamer and steam for 15 minutes.
Step 6:
Once done, remove the plate from the steamer and let it cool.
Step 7:
Cut the dhokla into small pieces.
Step 8:
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds and asafoetida.
Step 9:
When the seeds start to crackle, add the dhokla pieces and fry for a few minutes.
Step 10:
Serve hot with chutney or sauce.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 18914 users have chowed down on Besan Dhokla a whopping 26543 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Pune, Delhi, Lucknow, Kolkata, Mumbai are the top 5 cities gobbling up Besan Dhokla like there's no tomorrow.
When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Besan Dhokla, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in january.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Besan Dhokla is the food of choice for 28-30 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 18914 users have chowed down on Besan Dhokla a whopping 26543 times.
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