Sandwich Dhokla is a delicious and savory Indian snack that combines the flavors of traditional dhokla with a unique sandwich-like presentation. Here’s a detailed recipe for making Sandwich Dhokla:
Ingredients:
For Dhokla Batter:
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1/2 cup suji (semolina)
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 1 teaspoon ginger-green chili paste
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon fruit salt (eno)
- Water as needed
For Sandwich Filling:
- Crumbled Paneer 150 gms.
- 1 finely chopped onion.
- 1 finely chopped tomato
- 1 finely chopped cucumber
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper powder to taste
- Chaat masala to taste
- Green chutney (optional)
- Tamarind chutney (optional)
For Tempering:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Few curry leaves
- A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
Instructions:
- Prepare Dhokla Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine besan, suji, yogurt, ginger-green chili paste, salt, and sugar.
- Gradually add water to form a smooth batter of pouring consistency. Ensure there are no lumps.
- Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare Dhokla:
- Grease a flat microwave-safe dish or a dhokla plate with oil.
- Just before steaming, add fruit salt (eno) to the batter and mix gently. You will notice the batter becoming frothy.
- Immediately pour the batter into the greased dish and spread it evenly.
- Steam the batter for 10-12 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the dhokla comes out clean.
- Once done, remove the dhokla from the steamer and let it cool down for a few minutes.
- Prepare Filling:
- In a bowl, mix together Paneer, chopped onion, tomato, and cucumber.
- Season the mixture with salt, black pepper powder, and chaat masala. You can also add a spoonful of green chutney and tamarind chutney for extra flavor.
- Assemble Sandwich Dhokla:
- Once the dhokla has cooled down, carefully cut it into two equal halves horizontally, creating two layers.
- Place one layer of dhokla on a serving plate.
- Spread the prepared filling evenly over the dhokla layer.
- Place the second layer of dhokla over the filling, creating a sandwich.
- Prepare Tempering:
- Heat oil in a small pan.
- Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
- Add sesame seeds, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida. Fry for a few seconds.
- Pour this tempering over the assembled Sandwich Dhokla.
- Serve:
- Cut the Sandwich Dhokla into desired shapes, like squares or triangles.
- Serve warm with extra chutneys or a side of green chilies.
- Enjoy your delicious and flavorful Sandwich Dhokla!
This recipe offers a delightful twist to the traditional dhokla and is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a tasty snack for your family.
