KHAMAN DHOKLA

A tasty gujrati snack, prepared instantly.


Cooking Time : 6 min.
Preparation Time : 10 min.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 cup Bengal gram flour (besan)
1/2 teaspoon citric acid crystals
3 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon green chilli-ginger paste
1 1/2 teaspoons Eno's fruit salt
salt to taste

For the tempering

1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 green chillies, chopped
a pinch asafoetida (hing)
1 tablespoon oil

For the garnish

1 tablespoon chopped coriander
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon coconut powder


Method


1. Combine all the ingredients except the fruit salt in a bowl and make a batter using a1 cup of water.


2. Add the fruit salt. Sprinkle a little water over the fruit salt and mix wel.


3. Pour half the batter into a greased 150 mm. (6") diameter microwaveable container and cover with a plastic wrap.


4. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Allow to stand for 1 minute.


5. Repeat with remaining batter to make 1 more tray of dhoklas. Keep aside.



How to proceed


1. To prepare the tempering, heat the oil in a small pan and add the mustard seeds. When they crackle add green chilli and asafoetida and remove from the fire. Add 1 tablespoon of water and pour the mixture over the steamed dhoklas.


2. Garnish with the coriander,coconut powder and sprinkle with the chilli powder.


3. Cut into pieces and serve with green chutney.