Easy Suji Dhokla Sandwich | Healthy Breakfast Recipe With Semolina– is one of the popular instant breakfast recipes in Gujarat state. As the name describes, it is made with two main ingredients- suji(semolina) and curd. It is very light and fluffy in texture. Suji dhokla is an healthy breakfast recipe that can also be served as a snack or packed in the kid’s tiffin for Lunch.

What is dhokla

Dhokla is a famous recipe from Gujarati cuisine which is mainly served for Breakfast or as a teatime snack. It is either made with besan(gram flour), suji(semolina) or with a fermented combination of rice and dal. Dhokla is a very nutritious breakfast meal recipe high in protein and fibre. 

About Suji Dhokla

Suji dhokla sandwich is a healthy recipe as it is steamed and very little oil is used in making. Enjoy it warm with green chutney, dates chutney or tomato ketchup. It is an instant dhokla recipe which does not require any fermentation and can be made with just a little planning. This suji dhokla recipe is made without using baking soda as to make it soft and fluffy we have added eno fruit salt.

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How to make suji dhokla sandwich

For making this very yummy dhokla sandwich first, we have to prepare dhokla with suji or semolina. A stuffing of potato and paneer is made and stuffed between the dhokla pieces. I have also seasoned it with mustard seeds and sesame seeds but it is optional, if you want you can skip it. But if you add the seasoning it makes it tastier and gives a very attractive look to this dish.

Health benefits of consuming suji/sooji

• High in protein and fibre, it gives a feeling of fullness and satiety.
• It is also a good source of Vitamin B, iron, and magnesium which is an essential part of the production of red cells, and heart health. Also helps in controlling blood sugar levels.
• Suji is very light and easily digestible. it is mainly used in the making of dosa, upma, uttapam, dhokla, halwa, ladoo, etc.
•  If you eat in moderation it also helps in weight loss.

Ingredients required in the making of suji sandwich dhokla

For making Dhokla

Suji or Semolina– is the star ingredient for making this dhokla. Use coarse suji for this which gives the best result.

Curd– sour curd gives the soft and spongy dhokla. Do not use very thin curd for this recipe.

Eno fruit salt– makes dhokla soft and spongy. It gives the best taste, you can also try it with baking soda but I like it with eno.

Spices– salt, heeng and ginger-green chilli paste enhance the flavour of this suji dhokla.

For filling

Potato– boil the potato and grate or mash them. It provides a binding to the filling

Paneer– Increases the protein content as well as the taste of the stuffing

Onion– gives crispiness to the stuffing but if want you can skip it.

Spices– addition of salt, red chilli, coriander powder, and cumin seeds powder increase the flavour and taste.

Lemon juice – gives a tangy flavour to the filling.

Green coriander leaves– add a nice aroma to the filling and enhances its flavour.

Step-by-step preparation of instant suji dhokla sandwich

How to make suji dhokla

1.In a bowl take suji, add curd and mix. Add around ½ cup water to make a medium thick consistency batter. Now add salt, heeng, green chilli and ginger paste and mix. Cover it and keep aside for 15-20 minutes.

2. Meanwhile put a steamer on medium high flame and grease 8 round katori with oil. Keep them aside.

After 20 minutes check the suji mixture. It might be thick. Now add more water to adjust the consistency to make a medium thick batter.

3.Now add 3/4 tsp eno to the mixture and 1 tbsp water over it to activate it. Mix quickly. Divide the batter equally into 8 katori and put them in the steamer.

4. Steam them on medium high flame for about 10-12 minutes. Switch off the flame and let them cool slightly.

5. Remove dhokla from katori and place in a plate.

How to make stuffing for semolina dhokla

1.In a frying pan heat oil. Add chopped onion and green chilli, sauté them till it become golden in colour.

 2. Now add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin seeds powder and mix well.

3. Then add grated potato and paneer. Mix everything well and switch off the flame.

4. Squeeze a lemon juice and mix well. Put it aside.

How to add seasoning to stuffed dhokla

1.Now take a dhokla piece and cut into half from middle. Place some stuffing on one piece and cover it with another piece. Slightly press them so that they stick nicely. Do same with every piece.

2. Now in a frying pan heat 1 tsp oil, sprinkle ½ tsp red mustard seeds, 1 tsp til seeds and place 4 stuffed dhokla and cook for few seconds, flip and cook for few seconds. Transfer them to a plate.

3. Now seasoned rest of the stuffed dhokla in the similar manner. Serve them warm with green chutney, red chutney or ketchup.

Serving suggestion

Serve this suji dhokla sandwich at Breakfast or as a tea time snack with green chutney or dates chutney. You can also pack it in the kid’s tiffin for Lunch.

Tips and tricks

• Use rava suji for making this dhokla..
• Give at least 20-30 minutes of rest to the batter so that suji swells well.
• The batter should of medium thick consistency.
• Cool dhokla completely before demolding and slicing.
• Addition of seasoning enhances the flavour but if don’t like can skip it.

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