26/08/2026
Gujarati Dhokla Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup gram flour (besan)
½ cup yogurt
½ cup water
1 tsp ginger-green chili paste
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Eno fruit salt
1 tbsp oil
For Tempering
1 tbsp oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp sesame seeds
8–10 curry leaves
2 green chilies, sliced
2 tbsp water
1 tsp sugar
Method
Make the batter: In a bowl, mix besan, yogurt, water, ginger-chili paste, turmeric, sugar, salt, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.
Rest: Let the batter rest for about 15–20 minutes.
Prepare the steamer: Bring water to a boil and grease a dhokla plate or cake pan with oil.
Add Eno: Just before steaming, add 1 tsp Eno and gently mix. The batter will become light and fluffy.
Steam: Pour the batter into the greased pan and steam for 12–15 minutes on medium heat.
Check: Insert a toothpick. If it comes out clean, the dhokla is ready.
Temper: Heat oil, add mustard seeds, sesame seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. Add water and sugar, then simmer briefly.
Serve: Pour the tempering over the dhokla, cut into squares, and serve with green chutney. 😋
Tip: Don't overmix after adding Eno, and steam immediately for soft, fluffy dhokla.
