Dhokla is a traditional Indian snack originating from Gujarat, often served during Diwali celebrations. This savory, spongy cake is made from chickpea flour, making it naturally gluten-free. Steamed, it's light and fluffy and is typically served with spicy chutneys. Dhokla is not only delicious but also high in protein, making it a perfect festive dish .

Dhokla, a gluten-free Indian savory bread/cake

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Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time 20 mins Total time 25 minutes

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 6

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 g of chickpea flour (besan)

• 1 tablespoon of rice flour

• 1 teaspoon of baking soda

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon of sugar

• ^1/2 _tsp e turmeric​

• 1 tsp of mustard seeds

• 10 curry leaves

• 1 green chili pepper (optional)

• 250 ml of water

• 2 tablespoons of oil

• Salt to taste

Preparation

1. Dough preparation: In a bowl, mix the chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric, sugar, and salt. Gradually add water to form a smooth dough. Stir in the lemon juice and baking soda just before baking.
2. Steaming: Pour the batter into a greased mold and steam for 15 to 20 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean. Let cool and cut into squares.
3. Seasoning: Heat the oil in a pan, add the mustard seeds, green chili, and curry leaves. Pour this mixture over the dhokla pieces before serving.

Keywords: gluten-free Dhokla recipe, gluten-free Indian bread recipe

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