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dalia moong dal instant dhokla recipe served with ketchup

Dalia Moong Dal Instant Dhokla Recipe

Jyoti Behrani
This dalia moong dal instant dhokla is a healthy, protein-rich twist on the classic. Made without fermentation, it's soft, fluffy, and perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Soaking Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Servings 12
Calories 131 kcal

Ingredients
  

For Batter

  • 1 cup dalia broken wheat
  • 1 cup yellow moong dal
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • water as needed
  • 1-2 green chili
  • 1- inch ginger
  • 1-2 garlic cloves optional
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 1 teaspoon eno fruit salt
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • pinch turmeric powder

For Tempering

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 8-10 curry leaves
  • 2 green chilies
  • 2 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional

For Garnish

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Grated coconut optional

Instructions
 

Step 1: Soak & Grind

  • Soak dalia and moong dal together for 2-3 hours.
  • Drain and grind with yogurt, ginger, green chili, garlic (optional), turmeric powder, and water as needed, to make a smooth, slightly thick batter.

Step 2: Prepare Batter

  • Transfer to a bowl, add salt and sugar (optional).
  • Adjust consistency to a pourable batter (like idli batter).
  • Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Step 3: Steam the Dhokla

  • Grease a steaming tray or plate.
  • Just before steaming, add eno and mix gently.
  • Pour batter immediately into the tray.
  • Steam for 6-8 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    Steamed dalia dhokla garnished with coriander and coconut

Step 4: Prepare Tempering

  • Heat oil, add mustard seeds.
  • Once they splutter, add cumin seeds, sesame seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies.
  • Add water, and sugar (optional), bring to a quick boil.
    Soft and fluffy dalia dhokla with tempering on top

Step 5: Assemble

  • Pour tempering evenly over the steamed dhokla.
  • Let it absorb for a few minutes.
  • Garnish with coriander and coconut.
    instant dalia dhokla garnished with coriander

Notes

Tips for Perfect Dhokla
  • Use slightly coarse dalia for best texture
  • Do not overmix after adding eno
  • Steam immediately after activating eno
  • Check doneness with a toothpick
 
Variations
  • Add grated carrots or spinach for extra nutrition
  • Make it vegan using plant-based yogurt
  • For gluten-free, replace dalia with rice, oats, quinoa, or millet

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Dalia Moong Dal Instant Dhokla Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
131
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
54
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
88
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
22
g
7
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
82
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
15
mg
18
%
Calcium
 
42
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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