Palak Dhokla: A Nutritious Spin On The Classic Gujarati Snack

By Shreya Sarpal

June 24, 2025

Palak dhokla is not just a snack but a fusion of health and taste! This modern twist in the Gujarati dhokla brings the goodness of spinach into a soft, fluffy and flavourful treat.

Ingredients

1 cup gram flour 1 cup finely chopped or pureed spinach 1/4 cup semolina 1/2 cup yoghurt 1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp sugar Salt to taste 1/2 cup water For Tempering: 1 tbsp oil 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 tsp sesame seeds 5-6 curry leaves 2 slit green chillies

Step 1

In a bowl, mix gram flour, semolina, spinach, yoghurt, ginger garlic paste, turmeric, sugar, salt, and gradually add water to make a thick batter.

Step 2

Just before steaming, add baking soda and mix gently.

Step 3

Pour the batter into a greased mould, steam for 15-20 minutes until cooked thoroughly.

Step 4

Heat oil, add mustard seeds, sesame seeds, curry leaves, green chillies and pour the tempering over the dhokla.

Step 5

Slice into pieces and serve with green chutney or ketchup.