Name: Dhokla Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Gujarati
Ingredients: 1 cup Besan (chickpea flour); 1/2 cup Plain low-fat yogurt; 1/2 cup Water; 1 tsp EVOO (extra virgin olive oil); 1 tsp Green chilies, finely chopped; 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tsp Lemon juice; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Baking soda; 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds; 5-6 leaves Curry leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
In a bowl, whisk together besan, yogurt, water, turmeric, and salt until smooth; let rest 5 minutes.
2
Add baking soda and gently fold; the batter will puff.
3
Grease a shallow steaming dish with 1 tsp olive oil; pour batter and spread evenly.
4
Steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
5
In a small pan, heat 1 tsp olive oil, add mustard seeds until they pop, then add curry leaves and green chilies; pour over steamed dhokla.
6
Garnish with cilantro and drizzle lemon juice; cut into bite-sized pieces.

*Pro Tips

1
Serve warm with a side of low-carb chutney or plain yogurt
2
Avoid adding sugar or sweet syrups
3
Use minimal oil to keep fat content low

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Besan is low GI and high in protein and fiber, which helps control blood sugar; yogurt adds probiotics and reduces glycemic impact; minimal oil and no added sugar keep the dish diabetes‑friendly.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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