methi moong dal dhokla recipe |
Indian green moong methi dhokla |
healthy moong dal dhokla |
healthy snack | with 32 amazing images.
methi moong dal dhokla recipe |
Indian green moong methi dhokla |
healthy moong dal dhokla |
healthy snack is a satiating snack and perfect for a brunch too. Learn how to make
Indian green moong methi dhokla.
To make
methi moong dal dhokla, clean, wash and soak the green moong dal in enough hot water for 2 hours. Drain and keep aside. Combine the drained green moong dal, green chillies and approx. 5 tbsp of water in a mixer and blend till smooth. Transfer the mixture in a deep bowl, add the fenugreek leaves, besan, asafoetida, sugar, 2 tsp of oil and salt and mix well. Just before steaming, add the fruit salt and add 2 tsp of water over it and mix gently. Pour batter in a greased 175 mm. (7") diameter thali and spread it to make an even layer. Steam the dhoklas for 12 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked. Cool slightly. Heat the remaining 1 tsp of oil in a small non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, sesame seeds and asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds. Pour this tempering over the prepared dhokla and cut it into 16 square pieces. Serve immediately with green chutney.
Indian green moong methi dhokla, are generally healthy, no doubt, but this is an even more nutritious version, as the dal is used with the skin and a leafy vegetable is also added. So the nutrition count is manifold. The moong dal provides protein, along with other key minerals like folic acid magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. All these nutrients help maintain heart health.
With appreciable amounts of fibre, this
healthy snack is a suitable option for heart patients, weight watchers and diabetics. For diabetics, we recommend a serving size of 3 pieces.
The use of desi spices as a tempering on these
healthy moong dal dhokla makes them appetising, aesthetically appealing and flavourful. Paired with
green chutney, they are irresistible and a wholesome satiating meal.
Tips for
methi moong dal dhokla. 1. Remember to ensure proper consistency of the batter – if you add too much water while grinding, the
Dhokla will neither be firm nor cooked properly. 2. After adding and besan and methi, prefer to use your hands for mixing the batter to break the lumps. 3. After adding fruit salt, mix the batter gently. If you mix it vigorously, it will negate the effect of fruit salt and the dhoklas may not turn soft. 4. Remember to grease the tahli with ghee / oil so demoulding the dhokla becomes easier. 5. You can also indulge your creative side and experiment by adding palak in place of methi, or other such combinations.
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Indian green moong methi dhokla |
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