Savory Sprouts Dhokla

Dhokla with a bowl of sprouts

Ingredients:

● 1 cup gram flour (besan)
● 1/2 cup yogurt
● 1/2 cup water
● 1 tsp ginger-green chili paste
● 1 tsp lemon juice
● 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
● 1 tsp eno fruit salt or baking soda
● Salt to taste
● For tempering: 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tsp sesame seeds, 8-10 curry
leaves, 2-3 green chilies (slit lengthwise), 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
● A bowl of sprouts

Instructions:

● Mix gram flour, yogurt, water, ginger-green chili paste, lemon juice, turmeric
powder, and salt in a bowl to form a smooth batter.
● Grease a dhokla plate or baking dish.
● Add eno fruit salt or baking soda to the batter and mix until frothy. Pour the
batter into the greased plate.
● Steam the batter for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
● Once done, cool slightly and cut into pieces.

● Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, sesame seeds, curry leaves, and green
chilies for tempering.
● Pour the tempering over the dhokla pieces and garnish with chopped
coriander leaves.
● Serve warm with chutney.

Benefits of this Recipe:

  1. Nutrient-Rich: Sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse, rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, while gram flour adds additional protein and essential nutrients.
  2. Probiotic Boost: Yogurt used in the batter provides probiotics, which promote gut health and digestion.
  3. Low in Calories: Dhokla is a light and low-calorie snack, making it a guilt-free option for those watching their calorie intake.
  4. Gluten-Free Option: Gram flour is naturally gluten-free, making this dish suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

Nutritive Value (per serving):

  • Calories: Approximately 150 kcal
  • Protein: 6-8 grams
  • Fat: 8-10 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 12-15 grams
  • Fiber: 3-5 grams
  • Vitamins and Minerals: Provides a good amount of vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, and potassium.

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