Cabbage Dhokla, Patta Gobi Dhokla
by Tarla Dalal
cabbage dhokla recipe | patta gobi dhokla | Indian gobi ka dhokla | quick healthy snack | with 35 amazing images.
cabbage dhokla recipe | patta gobi dhokla | Indian gobi ka dhokla | quick healthy snack is a tasty Indian snack enjoyed by people of all ages. Learn how to make patta gobi dhokla.
To make cabbage dhokla, combine the besan, cabbage, curds, chilli powder, a pinch of asafoetida, coriander-cumin seeds powder, turmeric powder and salt with approx. ½ cup of water in a deep bowl and mix very well to form a batter of dropping consistency. Just before steaming, add the fruit salt to the batter and sprinkle 2 tsp of water over it. When the bubbles form, mix gently. Pour the batter into a greased 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali and steam in a steamer for 10 minutes. Keep aside to cool slightly. Heat the oil in small non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds, curry leaves and another pinch of asafoetida. When the seeds crackle, add the sesame seeds and mix well. Pour this tempering over the dhoklas. Cut into equal sized square pieces. Serve immediately garnished with coriander.
Tasty and fluffy dhokla is always known to be a versatile dish, which can be prepared with varied flours and by adding additional ingredients like veggies, corn, etc. This scrumptious Indian gobi ka dhokla stands out from others in the equal use of grated cabbage and besan in the batter, an interesting move that adds a lot of crunch to the fluffy dhokla!
You will enjoy this multi-textured patta gobi dhokla, flavoured with a traditional, aromatic tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves and sesame seeds when served with green chutney.
Besan in this quick healthy snack is a good source of protein, which pairs with fibre from cabbage and adds a satiety value. It also helps to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss. 2 to 3 pieces is the recommended serving size for diabetics, heart and weight-watchers to manage blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Tips to make cabbage dhokla. 1. Keep all ingredients ready before starting to make the recipe. 2. Add fruit salt when the water has been boiled in the steamer and you are ready to steam. 3. Before cutting the dhokla into pieces make sure you allow them to cool atleast for 5 minutes so the pieces can be cut easier.
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Cabbage Dhokla, Patta Gobi Dhokla recipe - How to make Cabbage Dhokla, Patta Gobi Dhokla
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Makes 3 servings
For Cabbage Dhokla
1 cup besan (bengal gram flour)
1 cup finely chopped cabbage
1/2 cup curd (dahi)
1 tsp chilli powder
2 pinches of asafoetida (hing)
1 1/2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
salt to taste
1 tsp fruit salt
oil for greasing
1 1/2 tsp oil
1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
5 to 6 curry leaves (kadi patta)
1 tsp sesame seeds (til)
For The Garnish
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
For cabbage dhokla
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- To make {span class="bold1"}cabbage dhokla{/span}, combine the besan, cabbage, curds, chilli powder, a pinch of asafoetida, coriander-cumin seeds powder, turmeric powder and salt with approx. ½ cup of water in a deep bowl and mix very well to form a batter of dropping consistency.
- Just before steaming, add the fruit salt to the batter and sprinkle 2 tsp of water over it.
- When the bubbles form, mix gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali and steam in a steamer for 10 minutes. Keep aside to cool slightly.
- Heat the oil in small non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds, curry leaves and another pinch of asafoetida.
- When the seeds crackle, add the sesame seeds and mix well.
- Pour this tempering over the dhoklas.
- Cut into equal sized square pieces.
- Serve the {span class="bold1"}cabbage dhokla{/span} immediately garnished with coriander.
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what is cabbage dhokla made of ?
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1 cup besan (Bengal gram flour), 1 cup finely chopped cabbage, 1/2 cup curds (dahi), 1 tsp chilli powder, 2 pinches of asafoetida (hing), 1 1/2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi), salt to taste, 1 tsp fruit salt, oil for greasing, 1 1/2 tsp oil, 1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson), 5 to 6 curry leaves (kadi patta), 1 tsp sesame seeds (til) and 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania). See below image of list of ingredients for cabbage dhokla.
how to make cabbage dhokla batter
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To make batter for cabbage dhokla recipe | patta gobi dhokla | Indian gobi ka dhokla | quick healthy snack. Take a deep bowl, add 1 cup besan (Bengal gram flour).
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Add 1 cup finely chopped cabbage, we have used finely chopped as it taste better in this recipe.
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Add the1/2 cup curds (dahi). We have used fresh if you do not have you can also use sour curds.
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Add 1 tsp chilli powder.
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Add 2 pinches of asafoetida (hing).
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Add 1 1/2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder.
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Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
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Add salt to taste.
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Add approx. ½ cup of water.
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Mix it very well using a spoon.
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The batter should be of dropping consistency like this.
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Just before steaming, add 1 tsp fruit salt.
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Add 2 tsp of water.
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Mix it gently using a spoon. This is very important if you mix it very well or vigorously. Then the fruit salt that gives us the softness and the puffiness will be not there anymore.
how to make cabbage dhokla
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To make cabbage dhokla recipe | patta gobi dhokla | Indian gobi ka dhokla | quick healthy snack for steaming, grease the dhokla plate with little oil and even put water for steaming in a steamer.
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Pour the batter into a greased 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali.
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Steam in a steamer for 10 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked. Keep aside to cool.
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Heat 1 1/2 tsp oil in a small non-stick pan.
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Add 1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
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Add 5 to 6 curry leaves (kadi patta).
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Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing).
- Sauté on a medium flame for 30seconds.
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Add 1 tsp sesame seeds (til).
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Mix it well.
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Pour this tempering over the dhoklas.
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Cut into equal sized square pieces using a sharp knife. This will make approx 12 pieces.
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Serve cabbage dhokla recipe | patta gobi dhokla | Indian gobi ka dhokla | quick healthy snack immediately garnished with chopped coriander (dhania).
tips to make cabbage dhokla
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Keep all ingredients ready before starting to make the recipe.
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Add fruit salt when the water has been boiled in the steamer and you are ready to steam.
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Before cutting the dhokla into pieces make sure you allow them to cool atleast for 5 minutes so the pieces can be cut easier.
how to make green chutney
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To make green chutney for dhokla | hari chutney for Indian snacks | green chutney for sandwiches | take one fresh bunch of coriander. While buying dhania from the market, ensure the leaves are unwilted and have a deep green color with no signs of yellowing or browning.
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Separate the leaves and the stems. We are only going to use the leaves and the tender coriander stems.
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Rinse the coriander leaves in water to remove any dirt/mud that might be stuck to them.
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look at the detailed recipe of green chutney.
health benefits of cabbage dhokla
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Cabbage Dhokla - a protein and fibre rich snack.
- Cabbage abounds in fibre which is a boon to the digestive system.
- The vitamin C in cabbage is also a boost to the immune system.
- Besan adds protein which helps to maintain cell health.
- This quick snack can be enjoyed by diabetics, heart patients, women with PCOD and weight watchers,
Energy | 48 cal |
Protein | 2.3 g |
Carbohydrates | 5.8 g |
Fiber | 1.5 g |
Fat | 1.8 g |
Cholesterol | 1.3 mg |
Vitamin A | 39 mcg |
Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
Vitamin B3 | 0.2 mg |
Vitamin C | 9.3 mg |
Folic Acid | 14.7 mcg |
Calcium | 26.8 mg |
Iron | 0.6 mg |
Magnesium | 15.4 mg |
Phosphorus | 42.8 mg |
Sodium | 9.1 mg |
Potassium | 82.8 mg |
Zinc | 0.2 mg |
I hadn''t thought that cabbage could be added to dhoklas. But surprisingly this turned out to be very tasty.. Although I did add a little garlic for extra flavour.. Plus it is so simple and quick to make.. Definitely will make it more often..