Gujarati Dhokla

Serving Size: 5 Portions
Cuisine: Gujarati
Cooking Method: Steaming

🧾 Ingredients with Quantity, Unit Price & Costing

Sr. No.	Ingredient	Quantity (KG / g / L only)	Unit Price (₹)	Cost (₹)
1	Besan (Gram Flour)	0.300 KG	₹90 / KG	27.00
2	Curd	0.250 KG	₹80 / KG	20.00
3	Water	0.200 L	₹5 / L	1.00
4	Ginger–Green Chilli Paste	0.020 KG	₹200 / KG	4.00
5	Fruit Salt (Eno)	0.010 KG	₹600 / KG	6.00
6	Turmeric Powder	0.005 KG	₹300 / KG	1.50
7	Salt	0.010 KG	₹20 / KG	0.20
8	Sugar	0.020 KG	₹45 / KG	0.90
9	Mustard Seeds	0.005 KG	₹250 / KG	1.25
10	Curry Leaves	0.010 KG	₹100 / KG	1.00
11	Green Chilies (Slit)	0.015 KG	₹120 / KG	1.80
12	Oil	0.030 L	₹180 / L	5.40
13	Fresh Coriander Leaves	0.020 KG	₹120 / KG	2.40

Prepare Batter:
In a mixing bowl, combine besan, curd, water, turmeric powder, salt, sugar, and ginger–green chilli paste. Mix into a smooth, lump-free batter of pouring consistency.
Resting:
Allow the batter to rest for 10–15 minutes.
Steaming:
Just before steaming, add fruit salt and gently mix. Immediately pour into a greased dhokla tray.
Cook:
Steam for 15–18 minutes on medium heat until a knife inserted comes out clean.
Cooling & Cutting:
Allow to cool slightly, then cut into equal square portions.
Tempering:
Heat oil, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and slit green chilies. Pour evenly over the dhokla.
Garnish:
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

Steaming ensures low-fat cooking
High protein due to besan
Suitable for breakfast, snacks, and diabetic-friendly diets (with reduced sugar)