
Dhokla
The world-famous steamed dhokla, mustard-crackled and spongy. The flavours of an Indian market at dusk, built on a plate. Best consumed within minutes — the crunch is the point.
Ingredients
- Yogurt2 cups, whisked
- Saltto taste
- Onion1, finely chopped
- Green Chili2
- Mustard Seeds1 tsp
- Lemon1
- Gram Flour1 cup
- Chaat Masala1 tsp
- Roasted Cumin1 tsp
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Prep the components first — chopped onions, chutneys, spice mixes in reach — because street food waits for nothing.
- 2
Cook the base element — boil, fry or toast it — till it is exactly right; texture is the whole story here.
- 3
Layer on the wet elements — chutneys, yogurt, gravies — generously; restraint is for restaurants.
- 4
Shower with the dry elements: chaat masala, roasted cumin, chili, and the crunchy topping — do this at the last second so it stays loud.
- 5
Finish with the yogurt, one last pinch of masala, and serve before the crunch softens.
Chef's tip
Chutneys make the chaat — thin tamarind and bright green, both homemade if possible.
/dish/30352Watch how it's made
Video: जालीदार ढोकला बिना सिट्रिक एसिड के | Perfect Khaman Dhokla · on YouTube