Instant Rava Dhokla

Soft, fluffy, and ready in minutes — the perfect quick savoury snack for busy afternoons or effortless entertaining. This instant version uses semolina (rava), yoghurt, and a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds, sesame seeds, and curry leaves. The best part? No fermentation required!

Instant Rava Dhokla
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
5 min
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine rava, salt, sugar, grated ginger, turmeric, and yoghurt. Add 1 cup of water and mix well to form a smooth batter. If the mixture feels too thick, add a little more water until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.

  2. 2

    Just before cooking, add the Eno fruit salt to the batter. Stir lightly and gently. The batter will become airy and slightly frothy.

  3. 3

    Pour the batter into a microwave-safe dish or tray. Microwave for 5 minutes, or until the dhokla is cooked through and firm to touch. You can insert a skewer or knife into the centre to check — it should come out clean.

  4. 4

    While the dhokla cooks, prepare the tempering. Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, white sesame seeds, hing, and curry leaves. Cook until the seeds begin to splutter and the curry leaves become crisp and aromatic. Turn off the heat.

  5. 5

    Once the dhokla is cooked, carefully pour the warm tempering evenly over the top. Allow it to absorb the flavours for a minute before slicing and serving.

Tips, Variations and Storage

Celebrations Place Tip: For extra softness, allow the batter to rest for 5–10 minutes before adding the Eno. You can also add finely chopped green chillies or coriander for additional flavour and colour. Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with green chutney, tamarind chutney, masala chai, or a fresh coriander garnish. This dish also makes a wonderful addition to brunch platters or light vegetarian entertaining menus. Storage: Best served fresh and warm. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a microwave or steamer before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories
240
Protein
6g
Carbs
45g
Fat
4g

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