Soft & Spongy Khaman
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Gujarati, Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Khaman Dhokla Batter:
150g (1½ cups) gram flour/besan
Salt to taste
1 pinch turmeric powder
1 pinch asafoetida/hing
2 tablespoons sugar
2 green chilies + 1-inch ginger, crushed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup water
2 tablespoons oil
1 sachet Eno (fruit salt)
Tadka For Khaman Dhokla:
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
10–12 curry leaves
2 green chilies
½ cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt
Instructions
Prepare Khaman Dhokla Batter:
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In a mixing bowl, combine the gram flour (besan), salt, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and sugar. Mix well.
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Add crushed green chilies, ginger, lemon juice, and water. Stir to form a smooth batter without lumps.
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Mix in 2 tablespoons of oil for a smooth consistency.
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Just before steaming, add Eno (fruit salt) and gently mix.
Steam the Khaman Dhokla:
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Grease a steaming dish or cake tin with oil.
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Pour the batter into the dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Steam for 15-20 minutes. Check with a toothpick to ensure it’s cooked.
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Once done, allow it to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Prepare the Tadka:
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Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
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Add water, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir and bring to a boil.
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Pour the hot tadka over the steamed khaman pieces. Let it soak in for a few minutes.
Notes
You can add more green chilies for extra spice.
Fresh herbs like coriander or mint can enhance the flavor of the tadka.
For a colorful version, add grated carrots or spinach to the batter.
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