Soy-Free Steamed Dhokla

Discover the light and fluffy joy of Soy-Free Steamed Dhokla, a wholesome and flavorful Indian snack perfect for your next meal or teatime indulgence. Crafted with semolina (rava) and soy-free yogurt, this recipe offers a delicious twist on the traditional dhokla, making it perfect for dietary restrictions or personal preferences. The batter is infused with bold flavors like ginger, green chili, and a hint of turmeric, then steamed to perfection for a guilt-free, oil-free texture. A fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, sesame seeds, and green chilies elevates each piece, while a garnish of fresh cilantro and optional grated coconut adds refreshing brightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make snack is delicious when paired with spicy green chutney or tangy tamarind chutney. It's a crowd-pleaser that's naturally soy-free, vegetarian, and irresistibly soft!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (Rava/Sooji)
• 1 cup Plain yogurt (dairy or non-dairy soy-free alternative like coconut or almond yogurt)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon Green chili paste
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Eno fruit salt (or baking soda as an alternative)
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 pieces Green chilies (slit lengthwise)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Grated coconut (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine semolina, yogurt, and water. Mix well to form a smooth batter. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2

After resting, add ginger paste, green chili paste, salt, sugar, and turmeric powder to the batter. Mix well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 3

Prepare a steamer or large pot with a steaming rack. Grease a round or square heatproof dish (approximately 7 inches in diameter) with a little oil.

Step 4

Bring the water in the steamer to a boil. Just before steaming, add Eno fruit salt (or baking soda) to the batter. Mix quickly and gently until the batter is frothy and well aerated. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter immediately into the greased dish and place it in the steamer. Cover and steam on medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Once steamed, remove the dish from the steamer and let it cool slightly. Cut the dhokla into squares or diamond shapes using a sharp knife.

Step 7

For the tempering, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves, slit green chilies, and sesame seeds. Stir for a few seconds until aromatic.

Step 8

Pour the tempering evenly over the cut dhokla pieces.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and grated coconut (if using). Serve warm with green chutney or tamarind chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(653.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1294.8

Total Fat 50.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 1572.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 34.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.5mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 866.2mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 53.6%