Dhokla (Steamed Savoury Chickpea Cake)

Ingredients

• •1 1/2 cups chickpea flour
• •1 cup water
• •2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• •2 tsp granulated sugar
• •1/4 tsp ground turmeric
• •3/4 tsp salt
• •1 tsp baking soda
• •2 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 tsp mustard seeds
• •8 curry leaves
• •1 tsp sesame seeds
• •2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. 1Whisk chickpea flour, water, lemon juice, sugar, turmeric, salt, and 1 tablespoon oil into a smooth batter.
2. 2Bring 1 inch of water to a simmer in a wide pot fitted with a steaming rack.
3. 3Stir baking soda into the batter, pour immediately into an oiled 8-inch pan, and set the pan on the rack.
4. 4Cover and steam 12–15 minutes until the centre springs back when lightly pressed.
5. 5Heat remaining oil, crackle mustard seeds, curry leaves, and sesame seeds for 30 seconds, then spoon over the dhokla.
6. 6Cool slightly, scatter with cilantro, and cut into small squares for packing.

💡 Add the baking soda only after the steamer is ready; waiting after it foams costs the dhokla its light, airy texture.

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