Vrat ka Dhokla(Fasting Dhokla Recipe)

Vrat ka Dhokla(Fasting Dhokla Recipe)
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Fasting Dhokla, also known as Vrat ka Dhokla, is a special variation of the popular Gujarati snack. Soft, spongy, and light, this healthy dish is made using ingredients allowed during Hindu fasting days. It is a perfect alternative when you want something different from the usual sabudana khichdi or sama rice khichdi.

Why This Recipe Works

Traditionally, dhokla is prepared with a fermented batter of rice and chickpeas. In this fasting-friendly version, we replace those with sama rice (barnyard millet) and sabudana (tapioca pearls). This recipe is quick and easy because it does not require fermentation. Instead, we use yogurt and fruit salt (eno) to create the same spongy texture found in regular dhokla.

Perfect for Navratri and Ekadashi

With festivals like Navratri, many people observe fasting for nine days. Finding variety in fasting recipes can be difficult, especially if you want to keep meals light yet filling. Fasting dhokla is an excellent option because it is wholesome and does not feel heavy. You can also enjoy it during Ekadashi vrat or other fasting days.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this vrat-friendly dhokla warm or at room temperature. Pair it with vrat ki chutney made from peanuts, coconut, or coriander. A drizzle of ghee on top makes it even more delicious. This dish works well as a light breakfast, evening snack, or even a small meal during fasting days.

Tips and Variations

  • Replace yogurt with buttermilk for a lighter flavor.
  • Skip tempering if you prefer a plain version.
  • Use rock salt (sendha namak) instead of regular salt to keep it vrat-friendly.

Why You Should Try Fasting Dhokla

  • Quick and easy instant recipe.
  • Soft, spongy, and delicious.
  • Made with wholesome fasting ingredients.
  • Perfect for Navratri, Ekadashi, or any fasting day.
  • Can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

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Vrat ka dhokla

Vrat ka dhokla

Main ingredients of fasting dhokla recipe are sama rice, sabudana & yogurt, the trick here is to use fruit salt to bring the sponginess. Tempering is added to enhance the taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Dhokla:
  • 1 cup Sama Rice/ Varai/ Moriyo
  • 1/4 cup Sago/Sabudana
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Grated ginger
  • 1 tsp Chopped green chilis
  • 1 tsp Rock salt
  • 1 tsp Eno Fruit Salt
For Tempering / Tadka:
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 4 qty Green chilis
  • Curry leaves
  • 1 tsp Sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Batter:
  1. Take 1 cup of sama rice (varai) and grind it coarsely in a mixer. Do not make a fine powder. Transfer it to a mixing bowl.
  2. Grind 1/4 cup of sabudana (sago) in the same way. Keep the texture coarse and add it to the bowl.
  3. Mix in 1/2 cup yogurt with the grains. Add 1/2 cup water and stir well until combined. Cover the batter and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Add Flavor and Adjust Consistency:
  1. After resting, check the batter. The water should be absorbed by the grains.
  2. Add grated ginger and finely chopped green chilies. Stir well to combine.
  3. Pour in a little extra water if needed. The batter should have a medium-thick consistency.
  4. Mix in 1 teaspoon of rock salt (sendha namak). Finally, add 1 teaspoon eno fruit salt. Stir quickly and gently.
Steam the Dhokla:
  1. Grease a container with oil. Pour the batter into it.
  2. Place the container in a steamer and cook on medium flame for 20 minutes.
  3. Insert a knife to test doneness. If it comes out clean, it is ready. Otherwise, steam for another 5 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
  4. Prepare the Tempering:
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a small tadka pan.
  6. Add cumin seeds, green chilies, curry leaves, and sesame seeds. Sauté until aromatic.
  7. Add a splash of water and a pinch of sugar. Mix well to finish the tempering.
Assemble and Serve:
  1. Once cooled, run a knife along the edges of the dhokla. Flip it onto a plate and tap gently to release.
  2. Cut into square pieces. Pour the prepared tempering evenly on top.
  3. Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve fasting dhokla with vrat ki green chutney.

Notes

  • You can skip sago/sabudana. 

FASTING DHOKLA WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND STEP BY STEP PHOTOS

 Take 1 cup of sama rice (varai) and grind it coarsely in a mixer. Do not make a fine powder. Transfer it to a mixing bowl.

 Grind 1/4 cup of sabudana (sago) in the same way. Keep the texture coarse and add it to the bowl.

 Mix in 1/2 cup yogurt with the grains. Add 1/2 cup water and stir well until combined. Cover the batter and let it rest for 30 minutes.

 After resting, check the batter. The water should be absorbed by the grains. Add grated ginger and finely chopped green chilies. Stir well to combine.

Pour in a little extra water if needed. The batter should have a medium-thick consistency.

Step 5: Mix in 1 teaspoon of rock salt (sendha namak). Finally, add 1 teaspoon eno fruit salt. Stir quickly and gently.

 

Step 6:Grease a container with oil. Pour the batter into it.

Place the container in a steamer and cook on medium flame for 20 minutes.

 

Insert a knife to test doneness. If it comes out clean, it is ready. Otherwise, steam for another 5 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.

Step 8: In a tadaka pan, add 2 tbsp oil, when the oil is hot, add cumin seeds, chopped green chilis, curry leaves and sesame seeds. Add little water and sugar. Tempering and tadaka is ready.

 

 

Step 9: When the dhokla is properly cooled, carefully remove its sides from pan using knife. Cover plate on it and flip it. Tap on container so that dhokla will leave the container.

 

 

Step 10: Cut it into square pieces. Pour the prepared tempering on it. Add some chopped coriander. Fasting Dhokla is ready. Serve it with green chutney.

 

Fasting dhokla is the perfect snack when you are observing vrat but still crave something tasty. It balances health, flavor, and tradition in every bite. Try it this Navratri season, serve it with chutney, and let your family enjoy a vrat-friendly version of the beloved Gujarati snack.

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