Dhokla



Ingredients:



  • 1 packet : Khaman Dhokla.

  • 1 : Onion (chopped).

  • 1 Tsp : Mustard seed.

  • 4 Tbs : Oil.

  • 1 Tsp : Zeera.

  • 1 Cup : Peas, carrot, cucumber( chopped together).

  • 2 Tbsp : Methi leaves ( chopped and cooked).

  • Ginger paste.

  • A pinch of Asfoetida (Hing).

  • 2 Tbs : yoghurt.

  • Few Curry leaves.

  • 2 : Green chilles cut into two equal halves.

  • Sugar according to taste.



Method of preparation:



  • In a bowl mix the khaman dhokla, 2 Tbs yogurt, 2 Tbs of oil and some water.

  • Now add the cooked methi leaves, zeera and the gingerpaste and mix well saute it .

  • Add enough water to make into a smooth paste.

  • Steaming it.

  • Keep checking it is steamed properly.


Another method to cook in microwave:




  • Take a microwave safe square box.

  • Apply a thin coatings with a little oil and pour in it the batter prepared till you have about an 1 inch of depth filled up.

  • Cover it with a lid and cook it in the microwave time to set timming between 7-10 minutes .

  • Check if the cake is cooked by poking with toothpicks.

  • Take it out let it cool and cut into the shapes as desired.


Chowk:



  • In a pan add 1 tsp of oil let it get a little hot and then add some mustard seeds.

  • After those sputtering have quietened down add the curry leaves, hing and onions saute untill golden brown.

  • Add all the remaining vegetables and fry on simmer hot untill everything looks slightly cooked.

  • Add the sugar, chillies and some lemon juice to make it spicy and sweet

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