Khaman Dhokla Recipe
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Khaman Dhokla Recipe
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Soft and fluffy Khaman Dhokla made in the Instant Pot and stovetop. These delicious steamed savory chickpea flour cakes are a popular Gujarati delicacy, perfect to enjoy for breakfast or snack!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup gram flour (besan) chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoon Semolina (Sooji/Rava) fine
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Turmeric (Haldi powder)
- 2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1 green chili pepper minced, optional
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon Eno fruit salt
- 2 cups water for steaming
For tempering (tadka)
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (Rai)
- 5 Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta)
- 5 green chili pepper thinly sliced, optional
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare Khaman Batter:
- Mix in all of the ingredients, except the Eno fruit salt – gram flour, semolina, turmeric, salt, sugar, green chili, ginger, lime juice, oil and water. Stir to combine well and let the batter sit for 15 minutes.
- While the batter is resting, boil 2 cups water in the pressure cooker on sauté mode. Also, grease the steel pan in which you will make the khaman with oil. I used one container from the stackable steel containers for the instant pot.
- After 15 minutes, add Eno to the batter and stir it gently in one direction. The batter will become frothy and increase in volume. Do not over stir.
- Quickly transfer the batter to the greased steel container and place the container on a trivet. It is important to start cooking quickly after adding Eno to get soft and fluffy Khaman.
Steaming in Instant Pot
- Then place the trivet along with the pan in the instant pot. Set to Steam mode for 15 mins in venting mode. The instant pot timer does not work in venting mode, hence you will need to set an external timer.
- After the cooking time is done, let the khaman sit for 5 minutes. Then open the lid of the instant pot and take out the khaman using tongs.
- Let it cool for 5 more minutes, so it is easy to remove. Insert a knife or toothpick to check it is cooked. The knife should come out almost clean. If not, you will need to steam for 2-3 more minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges of the khaman. Place a plate on top of the container and turn it upside down. This will help to get the khaman out of the container easily.
Prepare Tempering
- While the khaman is steaming in the instant pot, heart oil in a pan on stovetop on high heat.
- Then add the mustard seeds and let them sizzle. Now add the curry leaves and slit green chili’s. Let them sauté for about 30 seconds. Add the sesame seeds and turn off heat.
- Now add water, sugar, salt and stir well.
- Cut the khaman into small pieces. Spread the tempering over it.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with green mint chutney.
Steaming Khaman on stovetop
- Use a large pot that can hold the khaman batter container. Add 3 cups of water in the pot. Cover and let the water come to a boil while you are making the batter. Place a trivet at the bottom, then place the container with batter on it. Place a lid and cook for about 15-20 mins on medium heat or until the knife inserted comes out clean.
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Notes
- Eno fruit salt alternative: In my tests, I have found that Eno fruit salt gives the best results. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (or 1 teaspoon lime juice) can be used as an alternative in case Eno is not available.
- Green Chili Pepper: I typically use Thai or Birdeye Chili Pepper for this recipe. Don't forget to adjust to your taste.
- Important tip: Do not over-stir after adding Eno fruit salt. Start the steaming within a couple of minutes of adding Eno to get good results.
- Make-ahead: You can make this khaman dhokla ahead of when needed. Just warm it in a microwave for a few seconds, and it will be ready to serve hot.
- Created: This recipe was created in a 6qt Instant Pot Pressure Cooker.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
298kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Sodium
1010mg
(42%)
Potassium
331mg
(9%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
65IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
33.8mg
(38%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
2.3mg
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 1010mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 331mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 33.8mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.3mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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