Nut-Free Steamed Dhokla

Delight your taste buds with this soft, spongy Nut-Free Steamed Dhokla—a vibrant and wholesome Gujarati delicacy that's perfect for any time of the day! Made with a base of besan (chickpea flour) and semolina, this nutritious snack is flavored with a zesty blend of ginger, green chili paste, and turmeric, and is steamed to fluffy perfection. Topped with a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and a drizzle of sweet and tangy lemon juice, it’s a feast of textures and flavors. Garnished with fresh cilantro and optional grated coconut, this nut-free recipe is not just a treat for those with dietary restrictions but also a quick, 35-minute masterpiece that’s light, healthy, and irresistibly delicious. Enjoy it warm with a side of chutney or as a standalone snack for your next tea-time indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Besan (chickpea flour)
• 2 tablespoons Semolina (rava/suji)
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon Green chili paste
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Fruit salt (Eno)
• 1 tablespoon Cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 6 pieces Curry leaves
• 0.125 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 2 pieces Green chilies (slit)
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Grated coconut (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine besan, semolina, turmeric, ginger paste, green chili paste, salt, yogurt, and water. Mix well to form a smooth batter without lumps. Let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Grease a steaming plate or a round cake tin with a few drops of oil.

Step 3

Add the fruit salt (Eno) to the batter just before steaming. Sprinkle a few drops of water over the fruit salt to activate it. Quickly mix it into the batter, stirring gently in one direction.

Step 4

Pour the batter into the greased steaming plate immediately and tap lightly to level out the batter.

Step 5

Place the plate in a preheated steamer or pressure cooker (without the whistle) and steam for 15 minutes on medium heat.

Step 6

Insert a toothpick or knife into the dhokla to check if it comes out clean. If it does, turn off the heat and let the dhokla cool slightly before removing it from the plate.

Step 7

For the tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves, asafoetida, slit green chilies, sugar, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir and let the tempering simmer for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Pour the tempering over the steamed dhokla evenly, ensuring it absorbs the flavors.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and grated coconut, if desired.

Step 10

Cut the dhokla into square or diamond-shaped pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	485.7 grams (485.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	882

Total Fat 33.90g	43%
Saturated Fat 12.60g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 7mg	2%
Sodium 2811mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 105.90g	39%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 28.30g
Protein 37.50g	75%

Vitamin D 59IU	294%
Calcium 324mg	25%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1737mg	37%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 48.2%