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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

This Soft & Spongy Rice Dhokla Will Blow Your Mind!

Soft, fluffy, and steamed to perfection, this rice dhokla can be your new go-to breakfast or snack. No fermentation is needed, and it's ready in just a minimum time.

Introduction

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Low on oil and high on flavour, rice dhokla is an easy South-meets-West Indian dish that's gut-friendly and light on digestion.

Why Rice Dhokla?

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-Rice -Curd (dahi) -Baking soda or Eno -Ginger-chilli paste -Salt -Mustard seeds, curry leave -Oil and sesame seed

Ingredients You'll Need

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Wash and soak rice for 4–5 hours. Drain and blend with curd into a smooth batter. Let it rest for a couple of hours if possible.

Soak & Grind the Rice

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Add ginger-chilli paste and salt, and just before steaming, add Eno. Stir gently and pour into a greased thali or tin.

Time to Fluff It Up

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Steam on medium heat for 15–20 minutes. Check with a toothpick; your dhokla is done if it comes out clean.

Steam It Right

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Heat oil, crackle mustard seeds, add curry leaves and sesame seeds. Pour this tadka generously over the steamed dhokla.

Tempering Magic

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Let it cool slightly, cut into squares or diamonds. Serve with green chutney or sweet tamarind chutney for the full experience.

Cut & Serve

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Rich in probiotics from curd and naturally gluten-free—this rice dhokla is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even lunchboxes.

Power Packed & Versatile

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Healthy food doesn't have to be boring. This quick rice dhokla recipe brings comfort, taste, and nutrition, all in under 30 minutes. So, what's stopping you from trying this out? 

Conclusion

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