Khaman Dhokla

Khaman Dhokla is a fluffy and savory steamed cake made from gram flour, perfect for a high-protein breakfast. This vibrant dish is seasoned with mustard seeds and green chilies, making it a deliciously healthy start to your day.

Ingredients

• Gram flour (besan) - 100 grams
• Yogurt - 50 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger paste - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili paste - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Curry leaves - 10 leaves
• Cilantro (coriander leaves) - for garnishing
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, yogurt, water, turmeric powder, ginger paste, green chili paste, and salt to form a smooth batter.
2. Add baking soda to the batter and mix well. Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare a steamer or a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
4. Grease a 6-inch round cake pan or thali with a little oil.
5. Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread it evenly.
6. Place the pan in the steamer and cover it. Steam for about 15-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. While the dhokla is steaming, heat oil in a small pan, add mustard seeds, and let them splutter. Then add curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds.
8. Once the dhokla is done, remove it from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut it into squares.
9. Drizzle the tempering (mustard seeds and curry leaves) on top of the dhokla, and garnish with cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to gram flour and yogurt.
• Contains probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.

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