Moong dal dhokla is a traditional Indian snack that originates from the state of Gujarat. It is a type of savory cake made from moong dal (split green gram), which is soaked, ground, and fermented with yogurt and spices. The batter is then steamed in a dhokla maker or a steam basket, resulting in a soft and spongy cake-like texture.
Moong dal dhokla is typically served with green chutney, made from fresh cilantro, mint, and green chili, or with sweet and tangy tamarind chutney. It can also be served with a side of grated coconut or sev (fried noodles made from chickpea flour).
IngredientsMoong (sprouted) – 1 cup
Chopped green chilies – 1 tsp
Curry leaves
Hing – ½ tsp
Sesame seeds – 1 tsp
Oil
Salt
Besan flour – 2 tbsp
Chopped spinach – ½ cup
Method- Blend the green chilies, spinach, sprouts, and water until paste forms
- In a bowl, combine this paste with some more water, besan, and salt. To make a batter, thoroughly mix all the ingredients. Add some more salt and water
- Pour the batter onto a large plate and spread it evenly to form a thick layer
- Put this in a steamer for about 10 minutes to thoroughly cook it
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil with the chilies, curry leaves, asafetida, and sesame seeds.
- Warm them over a medium flame. When the seeds begin to pop, pour this mixture over the cooked dhokla and cut it into blocks.