Friday, April 7, 2023

Idli Batter Khaman/Dhokla

 Ingredients

1 cup idli batter

1/3 cup besan

2 tbsp sooji

2tsp sugar

1tsp oil

1tsp turmeric

1 sachet blue eno 

salt

for tempering:

1tbsp oil

1tsp mustard seeds

2tsp sesame seeds

1/4 tsp hing

1 green chilli,slit

10 curry leaves

2tbsp sugar

1 cup water

Process:

  • Mix all ingredients -idli batter, sooji, besan, salt, turmeric, sugar, and  oil to a smooth paste.
  • Once the steamer is ready,grease the dhokla plate and add eno and lemon juice to the batter and mix well.
  • Pour the batter in the greased plate and steam for 15 mins.
  • Check if done by inserting a toothpick in the center of the dhokla.If done the toothpick will come out clean.
  • Set aside to cool for 5 mins.
  • For tempering: Heat oil in a kadhai. When hot add mustard seeds,hing,sesame seeds and green chilli.
  • Turn the heat to low and add water, sugar and salt. Bring this mixture to a rolling boil and then pour this mixture on the dhokla evenly.Let it absorb the flavor for 10 mins.
  • Serve warm with mint chutney.