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Tarla Dalal
05 November, 2019


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rava dhokla recipe | semolina dhokla | suji dhokla | instant rava dhokla | no fermentation rava dhokla | with 15 amazing images
To make instant rava dhokla mix suji, curds, green chilli paste with water, let them rest for half an hour and then steam the batter. The tempering added on top of the rava dhokla after it is cooked is the master stroke, as in the case of any dhokla recipe. It gives the semolina dhokla a fabulous aroma and special flavour.
This recipe does not require any fermenting time making Rava Dhokla (Suji Dhokla) an amazing option for quick breakfast or evening snack.
I would like to share some important tips to make the perfect no fermentation rava dhokla. 1. Just before steaming the Rava Dhokla (Suji Dhokla), add the fruit salt and 2 tsp of water. Don’t mix it vigorously, just gently fold in so, that the air bubbles do not escape. Fruit salt provides a spongy, fluffy texture. 2. Pour the semolina dhokla batter immediately into a 175 mm. (7”) diameter greased thali and shake the thali clockwise to spread the batter in an even layer. Remember after adding the fruit salt, pour it immediately in the thali and don’t let the batter sit idle for long.
Serve suji dhokla with peppy green chutney to make a yummy snack.
Dhoklas are also a good accompaniment with Aamras, Puris and Karela Bateta Nu Shaak.
Enjoy rava dhokla | semolina dhokla | suji dhokla | instant rava dhokla | no fermentation rava dhokla | with detailed step by step recipes and video.
Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla recipe - How to make Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla
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Preparation Time
5 Mins
Cooking Time
20 Mins
Total Time
25 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
For Rava Dhokla
1 1/2 cups semolina (rava / sooji)
1/2 cup curd (dahi)
1 1/2 tsp green chilli paste
2 tbsp oil
salt to taste
1 1/2 tsp fruit salt
1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1 tsp sesame seeds (til)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
For Serving With Rava Dhokla
Method
For rava dhokla
- Combine the semolina, curds, green chilli paste, 1 tbsp of oil, salt and 1½ cups of water in a deep bowl and whisk well. Cover with a lid and keep aside for 30 minutes.
- Just before steaming the dhoklas, add the fruit salt and 2 tsp of water. When the bubbles form, mix gently.
- Pour the batter immediately into a 175 mm. (7”) diameter greased thali and shake the thali clockwise to spread the batter in an even layer.
- Steam in a steamer for 12 minutes. Keep aside.
- Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of oil in a small non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, sesame seeds and asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
- Pour the tempering over the rava dhokla, sprinkle the coriander evenly over it.
- Cool the rava dhokla slightly and cut into equal sized squares pieces.
- Serve the rava dhoklas immediately with green chutney.
What is rava dhokla made of ?
see below image of list of ingredients for making rava dhokla.

Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla recipe, How to make Rava Dhokla Video by Tarla Dalal
Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla recipe with step by step photos
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To make Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla), first take the 1 1/2 cups semolina (rava / sooji) in a deep bowl.
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Add the 1/2 cup curd (dahi) to it. Curd helps in making Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla) soft and gives a pleasant flavor.
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Add the 1 1/2 tsp green chilli paste. It provides a nice spice to the Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla).
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Add approximately 1 cups of water. The quantity of water will vary according to the quality of the rava.
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Whisk well. Make sure that there are no lumps.
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Add the 1 tbsp oil.
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Add salt to taste.
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Mix well.
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Cover with a lid and keep aside for 30 minutes. This recipe does not require any fermenting time making Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla) an amazing option for quick breakfast or evening snack.
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Just before steaming the Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla), add the 1 1/2 tsp fruit salt.
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Add the 2 tsp of water.
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Let the bubbles form.
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Mix gently. Don’t mix it vigorously, just gently fold in so, that the air bubbles do not escape. Fruit salt provides a spongey, fluffy texture.
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Grease a 175 mm. (7") diameter thali with little oil.
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Pour the batter immediately into a greased thali. and shake the thali clockwise to spread the batter in an even layer. Remember after adding the fruit salt, pour it immediately in the thali & don’t let the batter sit idle for long.
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Make sure water is bubbling in the steamer and then only put the thali to steam for 12 minutes.
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After 12 minutes, open the lid and check if Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla) are cooked.
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To check whether semolina dhokla | instant rava dhokla | no fermentation rava dhokla | are steamed perfectly, insert a knife or toothpick in it and check if it comes out clean. If it does not, then steam for another 2-3 minutes.
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Remove from the flame. Keep aside.
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For the suji dhokla tempering, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of oil in a small non-stick pan.
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Once the oil is hot, add the 1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
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Add the 1 tsp sesame seeds (til).
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Add the 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing). and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds
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Pour the tempering over the Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla).
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Spread it evenly.
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Sprinkle the coriander evenly over it. You can also add freshly grated coconut if you wish to.
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Cool slightly, cut Rava Dhokla ( Semolina Dhokla) into squares pieces.
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Serve Rava Dhokla ( Semolina Dhokla) immediately with green chutney.
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For more Gujarati snack recipes, do check thepla, khandvi, patra.
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Like Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla) then you may like moong dal dhokla. See detailed recipe of moong dal dhokla. Makes 4 servings.
Ingredients For The Moong Dal Dhokla Batter
3/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram)
1 tsp roughly chopped green chillies
salt to taste
1 1/2 tsp sugar
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
1 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
2 tbsp curds (dahi)
1 1/2 tsp fruit salt
For The Tempering
1 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1/2 tsp sesame seeds (til)
a pinch asafoetida (hing)
2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
For The Garnish
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tbsp grated coconut
For Serving With Moong Dal Dhokla
green chutney
Method For moong dal dhokla- To make moong dal dhokla, soak the yellow moong dal in enough water for 30 minutes. Drain well.
- Combine the yellow moong dal and green chillies and blend in a mixer using ½ cup of water to make a paste of pouring consistency.
- Transfer the paste to a bowl, add the salt, sugar, asafoetida, oil, turmeric powder, besan and curds and mix well to make a batter.
- Just before steaming, sprinkle fruit salt and mix lightly.
- Pour the batter into a greased 175 mm. (7”) diameter thali.
- Steam in a steamer for 10 to 12 minutes or till the dhokala is cooked. Keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a small non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds.
- When the mustard seeds crackle, add the sesame seeds, asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
- Add the green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
- Pour the tempering over the prepared moong dal dhokla and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the coriander and coconut evenly on top.
- Cut the moong dal dhokla into pieces and serve hot with green chutney.
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Like Rava Dhokla ( Suji Dhokla) then you may like moong dal dhokla. See detailed recipe of moong dal dhokla. Makes 4 servings.
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Just before steaming the Rava Dhokla (Suji Dhokla), add the fruit salt and 2 tsp of water. Don’t mix it vigorously, just gently fold in so, that the air bubbles do not escape. Fruit salt provides a spongy, fluffy texture.
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Pour the semolina dhokla batter immediately into a 175 mm. (7”) diameter greased thali and shake the thali clockwise to spread the batter in an even layer. Remember after adding the fruit salt, pour it immediately in the thali and don’t let the batter sit idle for long.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy | 283 cal |
Protein | 6.7 g |
Carbohydrates | 40.7 g |
Fiber | 0.2 g |
Fat | 9.8 g |
Cholesterol | 4 mg |
Sodium | 16.3 mg |
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Ruchi
May 24, 2021, 4:02 p.m.
Hi which fruit salt is referred here? I made my rava dhokla using eno fruit salt due to which after steaming, my whole batter turned semi brown. Please advise.

Tarla Dalal
May 24, 2021, 4:02 p.m.
Yes, you can use Eno fruit salt. The reason for turning brown probably can be that the fruit salt was from an opened packet which has been kept for too long or it has been expired.

Indira
April 26, 2021, 5:17 p.m.
It came very nice. Everyone liked in the family plus easy and instant recipe. Thanks.

Tarla Dalal
April 26, 2021, 5:17 p.m.
Hi Indira, Delighted to know you liked the recipe. Do try more and more recipes from our website and share with us your feedback. Happy Cooking!

Aparna
Dec. 23, 2020, 10:34 p.m.
I have been following Taralajis besan dhokla for years , we are vegans so it suits well as she does not use curds. Similarly I want to know how to make rave dhokla also without curds , can you please give the measurements.

anchal
April 29, 2020, 1:44 a.m.
pls let me know the quantity of semolina. it''s not mentioned.

Tarla Dalal
April 29, 2020, 1:44 a.m.
Hi anchal, There was an error from our backend. Sorry for the inconveinence caused. The recipe has been updated.. Do try and give us your feedback..

Preeti Doshi
April 21, 2020, 2:48 p.m.

Tarla Dalal
April 21, 2020, 2:48 p.m.
Preeti, glad you liked the rava dhokla. Thanks for the feedback.

Rima
March 18, 2020, 4:57 p.m.
Been trying to make good Rava Dhoklas since a while now. Tried this recipe today. They turned out so nice. Thank you!

Tarla Dalal
March 18, 2020, 4:57 p.m.
We are glad to know that you like our recipe!! Do try more recipes as home and give us your feedback!!

Pinky Panchal
June 25, 2019, 3 p.m.
This is super quick and nutritious recipe. Loved very much by my family. dhoklas are soft and fluffy. Thank you for such delicious recipe

Tarla Dalal
June 25, 2019, 3 p.m.
Hi Pinky, Happy to know you have liked the recipe. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them...Happy Cooking !!

Health freak
Oct. 6, 2018, 3:03 p.m.
1 cup equal to how much ml

Tarla Dalal
Oct. 6, 2018, 3:03 p.m.
Hi, 1 cup is approx 200 ml

Foodie #681574
July 31, 2018, 9:35 a.m.
amazing ....loved it and quick and easy to make...perfect

Neeta shah
July 27, 2018, 9:37 a.m.

Maria monteiro I enjoyed your Dhokla recipe
April 6, 2018, 5:28 p.m.

Priyanka
April 2, 2018, 12:25 p.m.

b6 news
April 6, 2017, 2:34 p.m.

Khushboo
Nov. 7, 2016, 3:51 p.m.
Do we need to dry roast semolina before making batter?

Sandhya Sheode
Nov. 7, 2016, 2:21 p.m.
Recipe is very good.The dhoklas turned out great.I added ginger and chilly and a teaspoon of sugar.

vipula bhatt
Oct. 29, 2016, 10:05 p.m.

Rizwana
Oct. 14, 2016, 4:41 p.m.
Yum recipe, Tarlaji. I have tried lots of your recipes. They are not only easy to make, but they are always delicious. On this particular recipe, do you have an alternative way to steam Dhoklas, like can it be steam baked in an oven? Thanks for all the yummilucios recipes. Sincerely, Rizwana

Arati
Oct. 12, 2016, 5:17 p.m.
Thank U . It work out excellent. Everybody in my house liked it.

Malti
Oct. 7, 2016, 9:03 a.m.
Can u pls specify the amount of eno or soda?

Foodie #673650
Sept. 3, 2016, 6:29 p.m.
This is my mum''s special recipe... I am not a dhokla fan except for khani but this one is addictive... I tried this recipe and the measurements are perfect. Can''t thank you enough for this perfectly delicious dhokla recipe... We all love it..

Sonal Modi
Sept. 1, 2016, 11:34 a.m.
Easy to cook and nice to eat. Thanks!

Tarla Dalal
Sept. 1, 2016, 11:34 a.m.
Hi Sonal , we are delighted you loved the Rava Dhokla recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.

Aminak
May 30, 2016, 3:09 p.m.
Thank u Tarlaben. I tried this receipe.it easy and very tasty...my family loved it.I also added little bit tumaric powder and ginger paste. Amazing receipe. God bless u tarlaben.

Kharmeen.
May 16, 2016, 5:09 p.m.
Hi I just made the Rava Dhokla for the first time. It?s delicious ! . However i have 2 questions 1) The dhokla texture was not light enough after steaming. How long do we have to whisk the mixture for before steaming ? 2) After steaming the top surface was not flat and smooth. How do I improve that ?

Tarla Dalal
May 16, 2016, 5:09 p.m.
For dhoklas to be soft and fluffy, ensure that the fruit salt you have used is from a sealed packet and has not been kept open for many days. Secondly, after adding fruit salt to the dhokla batter, add warm water over it. Finally whisk the batter very lightly with a spoon only for 5 to 10 seconds. Whisking it vigorously might be the reason for the dhokla turning flat.

Nafisa Hashim Soni
May 12, 2016, 2:29 p.m.

Tarla Dalal
May 12, 2016, 2:29 p.m.
Nafisa, thanks for the feedback. Happy cooking with Tarla Dalal.

Foodie #683392
May 10, 2016, 10:56 p.m.
amazing recipe..! quick question... can we mix wheat flour with semolina in this recipe?

Nirali joshi
May 9, 2016, 4:37 p.m.

Sue
May 3, 2016, 2:27 p.m.
I always follow your recipe & it comes out well. Thank you for the recipe.will try & post it.

Tarla Dalal
May 3, 2016, 2:27 p.m.
We are glad you like our recipe!!Try more and more recipes and give us your feedback!! Happy cooking!!

Anuradha
May 2, 2016, 3:14 p.m.
Which type of rava should be used for Rava Dhokla as rava is available as chiroti rava (very fine), upma rava (medium), and bansi rava (a little thicker than upma rava)?

Tarla Dalal
May 2, 2016, 3:14 p.m.
hi anuradha, you can use any but upma rava would be preferred!!

Vimal
March 30, 2016, 10:39 a.m.
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Jyoti oswal
March 15, 2016, 11:13 a.m.
What if we add baking soda the quantity should be the same??

Rashmi
March 7, 2016, 8:59 p.m.
Awesome recipe tastes great

meena joshi
Feb. 13, 2016, 4:28 p.m.

Sue
Jan. 4, 2016, 9:27 a.m.

Nilima
Dec. 24, 2015, 1:55 p.m.
Very tasty and delicious. Nice option for breakfast

Aarti
Dec. 21, 2015, 9:02 p.m.
Do we need to use fine or coarse rava?

Shashi
April 23, 2015, 3:39 p.m.
Thanks

Sukhdev Kaur Sambi
Feb. 25, 2015, 4:52 p.m.
Great Dhokhla recepies

Purvi thakkar
Jan. 20, 2015, 4:24 p.m.
It was delightful to make this rava dhokla.....it came out so well n fluffy and tasty, my family hv become my fan especially of this dhokla.....thank you so much

Amit Patel
Nov. 24, 2014, 4:10 p.m.
What is a serving size?

Shaista
Nov. 15, 2014, 2:12 p.m.
It came out awesome. Very nice recipe. Thank you.

Lata Thakore
Sept. 6, 2014, 12:59 p.m.

Tarla Dalal
Sept. 6, 2014, 12:59 p.m.
Thanks for the feedback !!! Keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.

Amit
May 20, 2014, 3:55 p.m.

Tarla Dalal
May 20, 2014, 3:55 p.m.
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Darshana shah
Oct. 5, 2013, 12:26 p.m.
Really easy, quick n tasteful recipe. Mine kido als loved it. Thanks for such nice receipes.

Tarla Dalal
Oct. 5, 2013, 12:26 p.m.
Hi Darshana, nice to know your kids loved the dhokla recipe. Thanks for the feedback. Happy Cooking.

nidhi rai
July 23, 2013, 5:46 p.m.
what is fruit salt?

Tarla Dalal
July 23, 2013, 5:46 p.m.
Hi Nidhi, it is eno or you can us baking soda too. Happy Cooking!!!

Manju rathi
June 11, 2013, 10:27 a.m.
Very easy and healthy

Tarla Dalal
June 11, 2013, 10:27 a.m.
Very delighted to hear that Manju. Do keep trying more recipes and share your feed back. Happy Cooking!!!

Meena joshi
June 10, 2013, 4:10 p.m.
My kids like this recipe so much that they demand this twice to thrice in a week. Thankyou so much for this instant recipe.

Tarla Dalal
June 10, 2013, 4:10 p.m.
Overjoyed to hear that from you Meena. Keep trying more recipes and share your Feedback. Happy Cooking!!!

Deepti ahuja
June 3, 2013, 6:20 p.m.
Thanq so....much 4 such an easy peasy recipe.......tried and tested today.......Dhoklas came out super yummmmmmmmm????

Tarla Dalal
June 3, 2013, 6:20 p.m.
Hi, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!

Sonal R C
June 19, 2012, 10:39 a.m.
Tried this recepie. Its easy to cook and very tasty. I also added grated ginger to this batter. Thanks to tarala madam.

Tarla Dalal
June 19, 2012, 10:39 a.m.
Hi, We are very happy to know you loved the recipe. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how they turned out. Happy Cooking !

Payal Parikh 86
Jan. 17, 2012, 9:07 a.m.
These Rava dhoklas are very tasty and perfect to make as a breakfast or a snack. serve this with green chutney and enjoy every bite of it.

Kavita
Dec. 9, 2010, 11:48 a.m.