By Garima Johar
July 29, 2026
Khaman dhokla is one of the healthiest evening snacks to pick if you’re following a diet. It’s made with protein-rich besan and steamed, thus has minimal calories. So, why don’t you make the Gujarati snack?
For The Batter: 1.5 cups besan 3/4 cup water 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp sugar 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp oil For The Tadka: 2 tsp oil 1/2 tbsp mustard seeds 3-4 green chillies 12-14 curry leaves 1 cup water 1/2 tsp salt 4-5 tsp sugar Juice of 1/2 lemon
Whisk besan, water, salt, sugar, and turmeric powder till smooth. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Add baking soda to the batter and pour it into a microwave-safe bowl. Steam for 15 minutes.
Heat some oil, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chopped green chillies, then sauté.
Pour some water and add salt, sugar, and lemon juice. Let the tadka simmer.
Cut the cooked dhokla into pieces, pour the tadka over them, and serve.