Gujarati Khaman Dhokla Recipe – Soft & Market Style

 

Recipe Name: Khaman Dhokla (Gujarati Breakfast Recipe)

Cuisine: Gujarati
Category: Breakfast / Snack
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: ~160 kcal per serving

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About Khaman Dhokla

Khaman Dhokla is a popular Gujarati snack recipe that is enjoyed throughout India as a breakfast and evening snack. This recipe is made with besan (gram flour), which makes it healthy, protein-rich, and light.
Khaman Dhokla is soft, spongy, and has a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. Its biggest advantage is that it is steamed rather than fried, making it easy to digest.

Ingredients for Khaman Dhokla

For Batter:

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)

• 1/2 cup dahi (curd)

• 1/2 cup pani

• 1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• Salt – to teste

• 1 tsp Eno fruit salt (or baking soda)

For tempering:

• 1 tbsp oil

• 1 tsp rai (mustard seeds)

• 8–10 curry leaves

• 2 green chillies (slit)

• 1/2 cup Water

• 1 tsp sugar

Garnish:

• Fresh chopped coriander leaves

• Grated coconut (optional)

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 How to Make Khaman Dhokla (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Batter Prepare Kare

In a bowl, mix gram flour, yogurt, and water well to avoid lumps.

Now add ginger-chili paste, turmeric, sugar, lemon juice, and  salt. The batter should be smooth and of medium consistency.

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Step 2: Prepare for Steaming

Heat water in a steamer or a pot.

Now add Eno fruit salt to the batter and mix gently. Immediately pour the batter into the greased tray.

Step 3: Steam

Place the tray in the steamer and steam for 15 minutes over medium heat.

Perform the toothpick test – if it comes out clean, the dhokla is ready.

Step 4: Prepare the Tempering

Heat oil in a small pan.

Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies.

Now add water and sugar and let it boil for 1 minute.

Step 5: Pour the Tempering over the Dhokla

Cut the steamed dhokla into square pieces.

Pour the tempering evenly over the top so that the dhokla remains soft and juicy.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Khaman Dhokla with:

Green chutney Sweet tamarind chutney With hot tea It's perfect for breakfast, tiffin, and as a party snack.

Tips for Soft & Spongy Khaman

The batter should not be too thick or too thin.

Always add Eno at the last moment.

Do not open the lid repeatedly during steaming.

Health Benefits of Khaman Dhokla

Rich in protein due to being made from gram flour (besan)

Low in oil due to being steamed Light and easy to digest

Suitable for weight-loss diets (without extra sugar)

Variations

Instant Khaman Dhokla – Sooji + besan mix

Sandwich Dhokla – With a green chutney layer

Khatta Khaman – With extra lemon juice

FAQs

Q. Can dhokla be made without Eno?

👉 Yes, you can use baking soda + lemon juice.

Q. What is the difference between Khaman and Dhokla?

👉 Khaman is made from gram flour (besan), while traditional dhokla is made from fermented batter.

Final Words

Gujarati Khaman Dhokla is a quick, healthy, and tasty Indian breakfast recipe that is loved by all age groups. If you want to make soft and market-style dhokla, you should definitely try this recipe.

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