Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Baking Soda

1 cup

Water

as required

6 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Black Eyed Beans (Lobia)

soaked

6 sprig

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

2 cup

Makki Ka Atta (Yellow Corn Meal Flour)

15 cloves

Garlic

crushed

1 tsp

Turmeric Powder (Haldi)

Step 1
~3 min

Add black eyed beans in 3 cups water in a pressure cooker.

Step 2
~3 min

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder and salt to the pressure cooker.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook for 3-4 whistles and let the pressure release naturally.

Step 4
~3 min

Crush garlic, coriander, and green chilies together to make a coarse paste using a mortar and pestle.

Step 5
~3 min

In a mixing bowl, add baking soda, half of the garlic-chili paste, salt, and maize flour.

Step 6
~3 min

Open the pressure cooker and add the remaining garlic-chili paste to the black eyed beans.

Step 7
~3 min

Mix well.

Step 8
~3 min

Knead the maize flour mixture with water until a soft dough forms.

Step 9
~3 min

Shape the dough into small dhoklas, similar to South Indian vadas.

Step 10
~3 min

Put the pressure cooker back on the gas and add some water.

Step 11
~3 min

Bring the water to a boil.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the uncooked dhoklas to the boiling water.

Step 13
~3 min

Cover the cooker (do not close the lid) and let it cook on low flame for 40-45 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Check for doneness by inserting a fork; if it comes out clean, the dhoklas are cooked.

Step 15
~3 min

Switch off the gas.

Step 16
~3 min

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with hot ghee and Kachumber Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the black eyed peas overnight will reduce cooking time.

Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.

Ensure the dough is soft for a tender dhokla.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Kachumber Salad

Serve with mint chutney

Serve with yogurt

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kachumber Salad
Mint Chutney
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Rajasthan, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Rajasthani snack often made during festivals or special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holi
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Snack Time
Tea Time
Party Appetizer
Festive Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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