Bhel Dhokla

Bhel Dhokla is a delightful fusion of traditional Gujarati dhokla and the popular Mumbai street food bhel puri. This light and fluffy snack is topped with a vibrant mix of chutneys, crunchy sev, and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Besan (gram flour) - 100 grams
• Semolina (rava) - 50 grams
• Yogurt (unsweetened) - 50 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Eno fruit salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil - 1 tablespoon
• Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Curry leaves - 5 leaves
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Pomegranate seeds - 2 tablespoons
• Sev (crunchy chickpea noodles) - 2 tablespoons
• Chutney (green and tamarind) - as required

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix besan, semolina, yogurt, water, turmeric powder, and salt to form a smooth batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. After resting, add Eno fruit salt to the batter and mix gently until it becomes frothy.
3. Grease a steaming tray or dish with oil and pour the batter into it, spreading it evenly.
4. Steam the batter in a steamer or a large pot with boiling water for about 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
5. Once steamed, remove the dhokla and let it cool slightly. Cut it into square or diamond-shaped pieces.
6. In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Allow them to splutter.
7. Pour the tempering over the steamed dhokla pieces, then garnish with chopped green chili, coriander leaves, and pomegranate seeds.
8. Before serving, top with green and tamarind chutneys and a generous sprinkle of sev.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from gram flour, promoting muscle health.
• Contains beneficial spices that aid digestion and metabolism.

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