Sugar-Free Steamed Dhokla

Delight your taste buds with this light and fluffy Sugar-Free Steamed Dhokla, a healthy twist on the classic Gujarati delicacy! Made with gram flour (besan) and naturally leavened with yogurt, this savory snack is free of refined sugar and boasts a delicate balance of spices like ginger and green chili paste. The batter is steamed to perfection, creating a soft, airy texture that's both wholesome and satisfying. A fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and sesame seeds adds a burst of flavor, while a garnish of fresh coriander elevates its presentation. Perfect as a healthy breakfast, snack, or appetizer, this sugar-free dhokla is quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with tangy green chutney for a guilt-free treat the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Semolina (rava), optional for extra fluffiness
• 1 cup Plain yogurt (curd)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Ginger paste
• 0.5 teaspoon Green chili paste
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Eno (fruit salt)
• 1 teaspoon Cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 8 pieces Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Green chutney (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, semolina (if using), salt, turmeric powder, ginger paste, and green chili paste.

Step 2

Whisk in yogurt and water to form a smooth, lump-free batter. The batter should be of medium consistency (not too thick or too runny). Let it rest for 5-10 minutes.

Step 3

Prepare a steamer by adding water and bringing it to a boil. Grease a round steaming plate or cake tin with oil.

Step 4

Right before steaming, mix baking soda and lemon juice into the batter, followed by eno. Stir gently in one direction to activate the leavening agents. The batter will become frothy and rise slightly.

Step 5

Pour the batter immediately into the greased plate or tin, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Place the plate/tin in the steamer and steam on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Once done, remove the plate/tin from the steamer and allow it to cool slightly before slicing the dhokla into squares or diamonds.

Step 8

For tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and sesame seeds, sautéing for a few seconds.

Step 9

Pour the tempering evenly over the sliced dhokla.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves if desired. Serve warm with green chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(568.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	816.7

Total Fat 23.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 30.4mg	0%
Sodium 3233.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 405.7mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1674.2mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 53.9%