Karnataka Dhokla

Karnataka Dhokla is a soft, fluffy steamed cake made from fermented rice and lentil batter, offering a delightful blend of flavors and spices. Perfect for brunch, this dish is light yet satisfying, served with tangy chutneys.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Urad dal (split black gram) - 50 grams
• Chana dal (split chickpeas) - 50 grams
• Curd (yogurt) - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green chilies (finely chopped) - 1 teaspoon
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Soak urad dal and chana dal in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked dals and blend them with rice flour, curd, and water into a smooth batter.
3. Add turmeric powder, baking soda, green chilies, ginger, and salt to the batter. Mix well and let it ferment for about 2 hours.
4. Once fermented, grease a steaming tray with a little oil and pour the batter into it.
5. Steam the batter for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they crackle, pour this tempering over the steamed dhokla.
7. Drizzle lemon juice and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from lentils, promoting muscle health.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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