Instant Khatta Dhokla

This is a quick version of the dhokla. It tastes great with aamrass.

• Preparation time: 10 minutes
• Cooking time: 11 minutes
• Serves 1 thali

Ingredients

For the batter

• 1 cup idli batter
• ¼ tsp asafoetida (hing)
• ½ tsp ginger and green chilli  paste
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp yoghurt
• A pinch of black pepper

To be added later

• 2 tsp Eno fruit salt

To sprinkle on the batter

• Chilli powder

Method

1. Mix all the ingredients for the batter together.
2. Add the eno fruit salt, mix thoroughly and let the batter froth.
3. Grease a thali with oil.
4. Pour the batter in the thali. Shake the thali till the batter is evenly distributed.
5. Sprinkle some chilli powder on the batter.
6. Steam in a steamer for 8 to 9 minutes till the dhoklas are evenly cooked.

To serve

1. Cool the cooked dhoklas slightly and cut into pieces.
2. Serve with green chutney or chilli oil.