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Toovar Methi Na Dhokla ( Gujarati Recipe)

 

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toovar methi na dhokla is a healthy Gujarati farsan with no fermentation required. Learn to make tuvar dal dhokla.

toovar methi na dhokla looks so smart that it literally lures the diners to try it! and, once they try it, they just cannot stop with one because it is so tasty.

The liberal use of chillies makes it appealing to spice lovers, while the goodness of toovar dal and methi makes tuvar dal dhokla a must to the health-conscious as well.

However, don’t underestimate this toovar methi na dhokla recipe — does needs a bit of practice to perfect it!

Toor dal is rich in proteins, the building block of good health. High in fiber, diabetic and heart friendly. So go ahead and enjoy tuvar dal dhokla without any guilt.

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Gujarati FarsansGujarati Dry Snacksdifferent types of dhoklasIndian Steamed SnacksEvening Tea SnacksSteamIndian Party

Soaking Time:  30 minutes   Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 8 to 9 servings

Ingredients


For Toovar Methi na Dhokla
2 cups toovar (arhar) dal
1 cup chopped fenugreek leaves (methi)
2 tbsp roughly chopped green chillies
2 tbsp curd (dahi)
4 tbsp oil or coconut oil
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
2 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
1 tsp sugar
salt to taste
2 tsp fruit salt
1 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1 tsp sesame seeds (til)
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)

For The Garnish
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
2 tbsp grated coconut

For Serving
 green chutney

Method
For toovar methi dhokla
    For toovar methi dhokla
  1. To make {span class="bold1"}toovar methi na dhokla{/span} , wash and soak the toovar dal in enough water for 30 minutes. Drain.
  2. Combine the toovar dal, fenugreek leaves, green chillies, curds and 1 cup of water in a mixer and blend to a smooth paste.
  3. Transfer the mixture in a bowl, add 2 tbsp of oil ( or coconut oil), asafoetida, besan, sugar and salt and mix well.
  4. Just before steaming, add 2 tsp fruit salt to the batter. Put 2 tsp water over it and mix gently.
  5. Pour the batter into 2 greased 175 mm. (7") diameter thalis and spread evenly by rotating the thali clockwise.
  6. Steam in a steamer for 7 to 8 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked.
  7. For the tempering, heat the remaining 2 tbsp of oil in a small non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds and sesame seeds.
  8. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
  9. Remove from the flame and add 1 tbsp of water and mix well.
  10. Pour this tempering equally over both the thalis of the dhoklas.
  11. Cool slightly and cut into diamond-shaped pieces.
  12. Garnish with coriander and coconut and serve {span class="bold1"}toovar methi na dhokla{/span} immediately with green chutney.

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  1. what is toovar methi na dhokla made of ? See below image of list of ingredients for toovar methi na dhokla.

wash and soak toovar dal
  1. This is what toovar dal looks like.
  2. Put the toovar dal in a bowl of water. With your fingers rub the dal and you can see the dirt. Change the water a 2 to 3 times till dal is clean.
  3. Toovar dal is now clean.
  4. Cover and soak for 30 minutes.
  5. This is what the dal looks like after soaking.
  6. Drain.
  7. Keep aside.

batter for toovar methi na dhokla
  1. In a mixer put the soaked and drained toovar dal. 
  2. Add 1 cup chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves.
  3. Add 2 tbsp roughly chopped green chillies.
  4. Add 2 tbsp curds (dahi).
  5. Add 1 cup of water.
  6. Blend to a smooth paste.
  7. Transfer the mixture in a bowl.
  8. Add 2 tbsp of oil.
  9. Add 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing).
  10. Add 2 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour).
  11. Add 1 tsp sugar.
  12. Add salt to taste. We added 1 tsp salt.
  13. Mix well.
  14. Just before steaming, add 2 tsp fruit salt.
  15. Put 2 tsp water over the fruit salt.
  16. Let the bubbles form.
  17. Mix gently. Don't over mix the batter or your dhokla will not become fluffy.

making toovar methi na dhokla
  1. To make toovar methi na dhokla recipe | tuvar dal dhokla | Gujarati arhar fenugreek leaves dhokla |  grease a 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali.
  2. Pour the batter spread evenly by rotating the thali clockwise.
  3. Steam in a dhokla steamer for 7 to 8 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked.
  4. For the tempering, heat the remaining 2 tbsp of oil in a small non-stick pan.
  5. Add 1 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
  6. Add 1 tsp sesame seeds (til).
  7. Let the seeds crackle.
  8. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
  9. Remove from the flame and add 1 tbsp of water, mix well.
  10. Cool slightly and cut into diamond-shaped pieces.
  11. Pour this tempering equally over both the thalis of the dhoklas.
  12. Garnish toovar methi na dhokla | tuvar dal dhokla | Gujarati arhar fenugreek leaves dhokla |  with coriander and coconut.
  13. Serve toovar methi na dhokla | tuvar dal dhokla | healthy Gujarati arhar fenugreek leaves dhokla |  immediately with green chutney.

tips for toovar methi na dhokla
  1. Mix gently. Don't over mix the batter or your dhokla will not become fluffy.
  2. Pour the batter spread evenly by rotating the thali clockwise.
  3. Insert a toothpick to check if the dhokla is properly cooked.
  4. This is the dhokla steamer we used. Same is used for making idli. Just the moulds change.
  5. Toovar dal dhokla rich in Folic Acid, Phosphorous, Vitamin B1 and Protein. 1. Folic Acid : Folic acid is an essential vitamin required throughout pregnancy. 23% of RDA. 2. Phosphorous : Phosphorous works closely with calcium to build bones.  22% of RDA. 3.  Vitamin B1 : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. 20% of RDA. 4. Protein : Protein is required for the managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body.  17% of RDA. 5. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduce the risk of heart disease, prevent 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
Energy209 cal
Protein9.4 g
Carbohydrates24.3 g
Fiber4.2 g
Fat8.2 g
Cholesterol0.6 mg
Vitamin A202.5 mcg
Vitamin B10.2 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B31.2 mg
Vitamin C3.6 mg
Folic Acid45.8 mcg
Calcium52.4 mg
Iron1.4 mg
Magnesium45.1 mg
Phosphorus132.1 mg
Sodium15.5 mg
Potassium444 mg
Zinc0.4 mg
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