Follow these steps for perfect results
Semolina
Chickpea flour
Plain yogurt
Water
Fresh ginger
minced
Fresh green chile
minced
Coarse salt
Vegetable oil
Baking powder
Toasted sesame seeds
Vegetable oil
Black mustard seeds
Whole cumin seed
Fresh curry leaves
torn
Fresh cilantro
minced
Fresh coconut
grated
In a large bowl, mix the semolina and chickpea flour.
Add yogurt and water to the semolina mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms. The batter should flow easily but not be runny.
Incorporate minced fresh ginger, green chile, salt, and vegetable oil into the batter.
Cover the bowl and let the batter rest in a warm place for 30 to 60 minutes.
Just before cooking, gently stir in the baking powder to aerate the batter.
Grease two 8-inch cake pans thoroughly.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds evenly over the surface of the batter in both pans.
Prepare a steamer by filling the bottom with water and bringing it to a boil.
Place the cake pans in the steamer, ensuring they are covered to trap the steam.
Steam the cakes over high heat for approximately 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pans from the steamer using tongs, as they will be very hot.
In a small pan or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
Remove the pan from the heat and add black mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and torn fresh curry leaves. Be cautious as the spices may splutter.
Pour the tempered oil and spice mixture evenly over the steamed dhoklas in the pans.
Sprinkle minced fresh cilantro and grated fresh coconut over the dhoklas.
Cut the dhoklas into diamond shapes or squares.
Serve the sooji dhoklas warm or at room temperature.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use ghee instead of vegetable oil for tempering.
Adjust the amount of green chile according to your spice preference.
Ensure the steamer is preheated and has enough water to last for the entire steaming time.
For a softer texture, use warm water instead of cold water to make the batter.
Letting the batter ferment slightly longer (up to 2 hours) can enhance the flavor and texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Batter can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Arrange dhokla diamonds on a plate and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.
Serve warm with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.
Pair with a cup of masala chai.
The spices in the chai complement the dhokla.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular snack in Gujarati cuisine.
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