Fluffy Moong Dal Dhokla

Fluffy Moong Dal Dhokla

Let’s see how to make fluffy moong dal dhokla today. This is a very easy and simple recipe. Besides, I will share few tips and tricks for make perfect spongy dhokla.  In a world where we often reach for gram flour or besan to satisfy our snack cravings, there is a refreshing and healthier alternative that promises an even lighter, fluffier result.

Imagine a golden, spongy Moong Dal Dhokla that skips the heaviness of traditional besan altogether, ensuring every bite is protein-rich and effortlessly airy. The secret to this masterpiece lies in the simple combination of soaked moong dal and a touch of flattened rice or poha, which acts as a natural softener to keep the texture velvet-smooth throughout the day.

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Some Interesting facts about Fluffy Moong Dal Dhokla :-

The journey to this perfect snack begins by soaking one cup of moong dal and a quarter cup of poha for at least an hour until they are plump and ready. Once drained, grind the ingredients into a silky batter along with aromatic garlic, spicy green chilies, tangy yogurt, and a hint of turmeric for that vibrant sunshine hue. Timing is everything in this kitchen tale; you must quickly whisk a teaspoon of fruit salt into the batter to create a bubbly, effervescent mixture and then rush it into a preheated steamer. The intense steam works its magic for exactly twelve to fourteen minutes, transforming the liquid gold into a resilient, porous cake that bounces back at the slightest touch.

As the dhokla cools, a separate ritual takes place to ensure it is never dry or “choking” as besan-based versions can sometimes be. Pour a generous soak of sweet and tangy sugar water over the freshly cut squares. This allows every pore to drink in the moisture. The grand finale is a crackling tempering of mustard seeds, sesame, and red chilies in hot oil. Cover the dish briefly to let the smoky aromas penetrate deep into the sponge. Finish the dish with a garnish of fresh coriander. This Moong Dal Dhokla is the ultimate proof that you can skip the besan and still get a melt-in-the-mouth texture. It remains remarkably soft and delicious from morning until night.

Fluffy Moong Dal Dhokla

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Serves: 4 People Preparation Time: 15Minutes Cooking Time: 25 Minutes 25 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 Calories 20 grams Fat

Rating: 4.5/5

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Ingredients

• 1 cup / 200 gm Moong dal
• 1/4 cup Poha
• 2~3 Green chilies
• 4~5 Garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup / 60 gm Curd
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup /60 ml Water
• 1 tsp Eno fruit salt
• Water as needed
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
• A pinch of Hing
• 1/2 tsp white Sesame seeds
• 3~4 slit Red chilies
• Finely chopped Coriander leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Wash moong dal and poha well together and soak them together for at least 1-2 hours. Drain all the water from soaked mixture.

Step 2: Blend green chilies, garlic, soaked mixture, curd, turmeric powder and salt well together into paste. 

Step 3: Add water and blend it well into paste.

Step 4: Heat up about 1 1/2” water in a steamer and bring it to boil. Place a stand at the base and dhokla tin on it.

Step 5: Add Eno fruit salt and water and mix in quickly. 

Step 6: Pour the mixture out into the tin on the steamer and spread it evenly.

Step 7: Close the lid and steam the dhokla on medium heat for about 12-15 minutes.

Step 8: Take the dhokla out of the steamer and let cool completely.

Step 9: Dissolve sugar in water and sugar water is ready.

Step 10: When dhokla cools down completely, loosen the edges and flip it over into a dish.

Step 11: Remove the butter paper and cut it into pieces. Spread the sugar water on the dhokla.

Step 12: Heat up oil in a tadka pan and add mustard seeds.

Step 13: When mustard seeds pop up, turn the gas off and add hing, sesame seeds and red chili.

Step 14: Cover and rest the tadka for about 5 minutes.

Step 15: Spread the tadka and coriander leaves on the dhokla and dhokla is ready.

Notes

• Insert a toothpick in dhokla. 
• If it comes out clean, it means that the dhokla is steamed well.

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Servings

This dhokla is a good option for those who don’t like or can’t have chana dal. It tuns out light and fluffy. Serve it as it is or with some fried chili and sweet tamarind chutney and spicy mint chutney.