Dal Dhokli

Experience the comforting and wholesome flavors of *Dal Dhokli*, a one-pot Gujarati classic that combines the hearty goodness of toor dal (pigeon peas) with soft, spiced wheat flour dumplings. This soulful dish is a fusion of thick, aromatic lentil soup and tender homemade dumplings seasoned with red chili powder and carom seeds. Infused with the bold flavors of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and a hint of tangy sweetness from lemon and jaggery, each bite of this dish is a harmonious blend of spice, sweetness, and zest. Simmered to perfection and finished with a drizzle of ghee, Dal Dhokli is more than a meal—it's pure comfort in a bowl. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this satisfying dish is nutritious, vegan-friendly (with an optional ghee substitute), and a taste of Indian tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Toor dal (pigeon peas)
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar or jaggery
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 piece Green chili, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Wash and rinse 1 cup of toor dal thoroughly. In a pressure cooker, add the dal, 4 cups of water, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 3 to 4 whistles until the dal is soft and mushy.

Step 2

For the dhokli: in a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of wheat flour, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder, 0.25 teaspoon of carom seeds, and a pinch of salt. Add water little by little to form a soft dough.

Step 3

Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a thin circle. Cut into diamond or square shapes using a knife and set aside.

Step 4

Once the pressure from the cooker releases, open it and whisk the dal until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, stir well.

Step 5

In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds, 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds, a pinch of asafoetida, 1 bay leaf, 1 chopped green chili, 1 teaspoon ginger paste, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 10 curry leaves. Sauté until aromatic.

Step 6

Pour the tempering into the cooked dal, followed by 1 teaspoon coriander powder and 0.5 teaspoon garam masala. Mix well.

Step 7

Gently drop the cut dhoklis into the simmering dal. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking.

Step 8

Cover and simmer the dal dhokli for about 15-20 minutes until the dhoklis are fully cooked.

Step 9

In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon ghee and pour over the dal dhokli for an enhanced flavor.

Step 10

Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro before serving. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1398.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1574.6

Total Fat 48.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 36.4mg	0%
Sodium 2440.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274.2mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3112.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 58.2%