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Fluffy Sprouts Dhokla

Fluffy Sprouts Dhokla: Your Ultimate Healthy Snack Adventure

Fluffy Sprouts Dhokla is a gluten-free and vegetarian snack, prepared in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Moong Sprouts well-soaked
  • 1 cup Palak (Spinach)
  • 1 cup Gram Flour (Besan) gluten-free
  • 1 cup Curds (Yogurt) Greek yogurt is a substitute
  • 1 no Green Chili adjust to taste
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil for batter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Eno (Fruit Salt) or baking soda
For the Tempering
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • White Sesame Seeds optional
  • 1 pinch Hing (Asafoetida) omit if necessary
  • 10 leaves Curry Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar to balance flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for zesty finish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Coriander for garnishing
  • Grated Coconut optional

Equipment

  • blender
  • Steamer
  • mixing bowl
  • Greased Plate

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Blend the moong sprouts, palak, gram flour, curds, green chili, ginger, cooking oil, salt, and a splash of water until you achieve a smooth batter consistency.
  2. Fill your steamer with water and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Grease your steaming plate or deep dish with a little oil.
  3. Gently fold in the Eno (or baking soda) into the batter until small bubbles form.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased plate and steam for about 15 minutes over high heat. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  5. In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add sesame seeds, hing, and curry leaves. Add salt, sugar, and a splash of water.
  6. Cut the dhokla into squares, drizzle tempering over each piece, and garnish with coriander and coconut if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your batter is smooth and use fresh ingredients for the best results. Don't skip tempering for enhanced flavor!

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