Kharwa Dhokla

Kharwa Dhokla is a delightful gluten-free Indian dessert made from rice flour and jaggery, steamed to perfection. This light and fluffy treat is not only delicious but also a great way to satisfy your sweet cravings healthily.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Jaggery (grated) - 50 grams
• Curd (yogurt) - 50 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cardamom powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Coconut (grated, for garnish) - 2 tablespoons
• Chopped nuts (cashews, almonds) - 1 tablespoon
• Ghee (for greasing) - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, jaggery, curd, and water. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
2. Add baking soda and cardamom powder to the mixture, and stir well to incorporate.
3. Grease a steaming dish or plate with ghee to prevent sticking.
4. Pour the batter into the greased dish and spread it evenly.
5. Fill a steamer with water and bring it to a boil. Place the dish with the batter in the steamer.
6. Cover and steam for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Cut into squares or diamond shapes, garnish with grated coconut and chopped nuts, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 20 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains probiotics from yogurt for digestive health.

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