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Garlicky Methi Dhokli

 

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garlicky methi dhokli is a delicious and flavorful Gujarati dish made with a batter of besan, methi leaves, and garlic. Learn how to make garlicky methi dhokli recipe | methi dhokla | healthy methi lehsun dhokli |

garlicky methi dhokli is a wholesome and aromatic dish that combines the earthy taste of fenugreek leaves with the pungency of garlic, making it a delicious and nutritious choice for a meal.

These methi dhoklis are easy to make and thinner than regular Khaman dhoklas, cut into diamond shape and serve with a variety of chutneys. Although it takes around 15 minutes to cook, making it a no fuss recipe.

The healthy methi lehsun dhokli, with the rich flavour of fenugreek leaves and garlic, also gives us enough iron and heart-friendly nutrients. Make sure you serve it immediately.

pro tips to make garlicky methi dhokli: 1. You can add some sesame seeds in the batter to make the dhokli. 2. Serve it immediately to enjoy its best flavours. 3. You can also add turmeric powder in the batter.

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Garlicky Methi Dhokli recipe - How to make Garlicky Methi Dhokli

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Gujarati FarsansGujarati BreakfastIndian Steamed SnacksSchool Time SnacksEvening Tea SnacksSteamSteamer

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients


For Garlicky Methi Dhokli
2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
3/4 cup finely chopped fenugreek leaves (methi)
1 cup besan (bengal gram flour)
1 1/2 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
salt to taste
1 tsp oil for greasing

Method
For garlicky methi dhokli
    For garlicky methi dhokli
  1. To make {span class="bold1"}garlicky methi dhokli{/span}, in a deep bowl, combine besan, fenugreek, garlic, chilli powder, coriander powder, asafetida, salt and 1/2 cup water. Mix well till no lumps remain.
  2. Grease a 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali using ½ tsp of oil, pour half the batter into it and steam in a steamer for 8 minutes.
  3. Repeat step 2 to make 1 more thali.
  4. Cut the {span class="bold1"}garlicky methi dhokli{/span} into diamond shaped pieces and serve immediately.

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what is garlicky methi dhokli made of?
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how to make the batter
  1. To make garlicky methi dhokli recipe | methi dhokla | healthy methi lehsun dhokli | in a deep bowl, add 1 cup besan (bengal gram flour). Besan, or chickpea flour, acts as a binder to hold the dhokli together. It creates a cohesive dough that can be shaped and held without crumbling.
  2. Add 3/4 cup finely chopped fenugreek (methi).
  3. Add 2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun). Garlic and methi leaves have complementary flavors, it enhances the flavor of the recipe.
  4. Add 1 1/2 tsp chilli powder.
  5. Add 1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder.
  6. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing). It can help to neutralize the slight bitterness of methi leaves.
  7. Add salt to taste.
  8. Add ½ cup water.
  9. Mix well till no lumps remain.

how to make garlicky methi dhokli
  1. Grease a 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali using ½ tsp of oil.
  2. Pour half the batter into it.
  3. Spread it evenly.
  4. Steam in a steamer for 8 minutes.
  5. This is how it looks after steaming.
  6. Cut into diamond shaped pieces.
  7. Repeat step 2 to make 1 more thali.
  8. Serve garlicky methi dhokli recipe | methi dhokla | healthy methi lehsun dhokli | immediately.

pro tips to make garlicky methi dhokli
  1. You can add some sesame seeds in the batter to make the dhokli.
  2. Serve it immediately to enjoy its best flavours.
  3. You can also add turmeric powder in the batter.

benefits of garlicky methi dhokli
  1. Garlicky Methi Dhokli  is rich in below macronutrients, vitamins and minerals given in descending order (highest to lowest). 
    1. Folic Acid (Vitamin B9): Folic acid is an essential vitamin required throughout pregnancy. Folic acid rich Indian foods (kabuli chana, chana dal, yellow moong dal, urad dal, tooval dal, til ). 21% of RDA.
    2. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduces the risk of heart disease, prevents the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables, moong, oats, matki, whole grains. 17% of RDA.

Nutrient values per serving
Energy108 cal
Protein5.5 g
Carbohydrates15.5 g
Fiber4.3 g
Fat2.7 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Vitamin A166.4 mcg
Vitamin B10.1 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B30.6 mg
Vitamin C3.1 mg
Folic Acid41.7 mcg
Calcium34.9 mg
Iron1.6 mg
Magnesium36.1 mg
Phosphorus86.6 mg
Sodium22.4 mg
Potassium185.9 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
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Reviews

Garlicky Methi Dhokli
 on 27 Dec 15 05:34 PM
5

Very healthy recipe
Tarla Dalal
28 Dec 15 09:48 AM
   We are delighted you loved the recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback.
Garlicky Methi Dhokli
 on 25 Dec 15 03:44 PM
5

Instead of besan anything else for healthier option ?? Also instead of chillie powder can we add green chillies paste ?
Tarla Dalal
26 Dec 15 09:47 AM
   Thank You Sameeta for your review. Besan is healthy but if you do not wish to use only that you can try with equal portions of whole wheat flour and besan, however we have not tried it. You can add green chilli paste instead of chilli powder...
Garlicky Methi Dhokli
 on 08 Jan 15 03:37 PM
5

A steamed low cal snack, very similar to making dhoklas. Enjoy these iron rich dhoklis immediately.