Delicious Dhokla Recipe - A Traditional Indian Snack

Dhokla — a indian recipe (main course) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

35

Total Time (min)

6

servings

165

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Dhokla Recipe - A Traditional Indian Snack

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tsp green chili paste (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp eno fruit salt (or baking soda)
  • 1 tbsp oil (for greasing)
  • 2 tbsp coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

6 steps

  1. Prepare the Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, water, lemon juice, ginger paste, green chili paste, sugar, and salt. Mix well until smooth.

    Ensure there are no lumps in the batter.
  2. Add Eno

    Just before steaming, add eno fruit salt to the batter and mix gently. The batter will become frothy.

    Do not over-mix after adding eno.
  3. Prepare the Steamer

    Grease a steaming tray or plate with oil. Fill a steamer pot with water and bring to a boil.

    Ensure the water is boiling before placing the batter.
  4. Steam the Dhokla

    Pour the batter into the greased tray and place it in the steamer. Cover and steam for about 15-20 minutes.

    Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  5. Cool and Cut

    Once cooked, remove the tray from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares.

    Use a knife to make clean cuts.
  6. Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with green chutney.

    Enjoy warm for the best taste.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Naan bread or basmati rice
🍽️Raita
🍽️Mango chutney

About This Dish

Delicious Dhokla Recipe - A Traditional Indian Snack is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 35 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can use baking soda instead of eno fruit salt.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories120kcal
Total Fat3gg
Sodium250mgmg
Total Carbohydrates20gg
Dietary Fiber4gg
Total Sugars1gg
Protein5gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineIndian