Crispy Dhokla Fries
Ingredients

For Dhokla Batter

  • Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Curd – ½ cup
  • Water – ½ cup
  • Talod Dhokla Mix – 1 packet (200 g)

For Garnish & Seasoning

  • Black pepper powder – ¼ tsp
  • Red chilli powder – ¼ tsp
  • Fresh coriander (chopped) – 2 tbsp

For Tempering (Optional)

  • Oil (preferably groundnut oil) – 2 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
  • White sesame seeds – 1 tsp

For Dhokla Fries

  • Prepared dhokla pieces – 2 cups
  • Corn flour – 2 tbsp
  • Oil – for frying
  • Red chilli powder – ½ tsp
  • Chaat masala – ½ tsp
  • Salt – ¼ tsp
  • Fresh coriander (chopped) – 1 tbsp
  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp

Method

  1. In a bowl, add oil, curd and water. Mix well.
  2. Add the Talod Dhokla Mix and whisk to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
  3. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes until slightly fluffy with bubbles.
  4. Grease a steaming plate with oil and pour the batter into it evenly.
  5. Steam on medium flame for 10–12 minutes.
  6. Remove and let it cool slightly, then cut into diamond or square pieces.
  7. Sprinkle black pepper powder and red chilli powder over the dhokla.
  8. For tempering, heat oil, add mustard seeds and white sesame seeds. Switch off the flame and pour the tempering over the dhokla. Garnish with fresh coriander.
  9. For dhokla fries, coat the dhokla pieces lightly with corn flour.
  10. Fry on medium flame until golden brown and crisp.
  11. Remove and sprinkle red chilli powder, chaat masala, salt and chopped coriander.
  12. Add lemon juice and toss well.
  13. Serve hot.