Instant dhokla using idli batter, Idli dhokla, Khatta dhokla

Dhokla using idli batter/ Idli dhokla is a super easy and quick to make recipe that yields very soft and fluffy dhokla. Dhokla can be prepared in many varieties but this particular instant dhokla is very simple to prepare as it does not require any soaking or grinding and only leftover idli batter is used for its making.Yes combination of few basic everyday ingredients makes an excellent breakfast and snacks. I am very happy about this particular dhokla outcome because NO ENO was used in its preparation and replaced baking soda in its place which again resulted in perfect dhoklas. Since the dhokla is made using idli batter I made them in idli shape but you can make it any shape as you like. So lets get to the making!

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Instant dhokla using idli batter, Idli dhokla, Khatta dhokla

2017-08-03 21:51:05

Serves 1

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

12 min

Total Time

17 min

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

12 min

Total Time

17 min

Ingredients

1. Idli batter – 1 cup
2. Besan/ kadalai maavi – 2 tbsp
3. Salt – to taste
4. Sugar – ½ tsp
5. Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
6. Baking soda – ¼ tsp
7. Lemon juice - ½ tsp
8. Oil – 1 tsp
9. Grated coconut – 1 tsp

For tempering

1. Mustard seeds – ½ tsp
2. Sesame seeds – ¼ tsp (optional)
3. Water – 1 tbsp
4. Sugar – 1 tsp
5. Oil – 1 tsp
6. Green chilli – 2
7. Curry leaves – few
8. Cilantro – 1 tbsp

Note

* My 1 cup = 235 ml

Instructions

In a bowl add idli batter, besan flour, salt, sugar, lemon juice and turmeric powder. Mix well.
Now add baking soda and mix well. Make sure the batter is not in running consistency.
Heat water in a idli steamer. Meanwhile grease idli plates with few drops of oil.
Add dhokla batter in each mold and place in the idli steamer and steam it for 10 minutes. When the idli looks done put off the flame allow the plates to rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
After 2 to 3 minutes wet a spoon in water and scoop the dhokla carefully. Keep the idli aside.
Now heat oil in a small pan add mustard seeds when it splutters add curry leaves and green chilli. Now add 1 tbsp water and sugar. Mix well and pour tadka/ tempering over dhokla. Garnish it with chopped cilantro, rated coconut and sesame seeds. Serve it with green chutney!

By Sandhya Riyaz

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How to make Instant dhokla using idli batter with step by step images

In a bowl add idli batter, besan flour, salt, sugar, lemon juice and turmeric powder. Mix well.
Now add baking soda and mix well. Make sure the batter is not in running consistency.
Heat water in a idli steamer. Meanwhile grease idli plates with few drops of oil. Add dhokla batter in each mold. The batter did yield only 3 idlies.
Now place in the idli steamer and steam it for 10 minutes. When the idli looks done put off the flame allow the plates to rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
After 2 to 3 minutes wet a spoon in water and scoop the dhokla carefully. Keep the idli aside.
Now heat oil in a small pan add mustard seeds when it splutters add curry leaves and green chilli. Now add 1 tbsp water and sugar. Mix well and pour tadka/ tempering over dhokla. Garnish it with chopped cilantro, grated coconut and sesame seeds. Serve it with green chutney!