Moong Dal Dhoklas (Low Calorie)

Soaking Time:       2 Hours
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time:       20 minsServings:               4


Ingredients:-
1         Cup green dal
2 to 3  Green chillies
1/4      Cup chopped methi  leaves
2         Tsp besan
2            Tbsp finely chopped cabbage 
2            Tbsp finely chopped carrots.
1 1/2     Tbsp low fat curd
1 pinch    Hing
1/4          tsp sugar (optional)
2              Tsp fruit salt
                 Salt to taste


Method:-

1. Clean, wash and soak the moong dal in enough water for 2 hours.
2. Drain the dal, add the green chillies and a little water and blend in a mixer to a smooth paste.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add the besan, cabbage, carrots,curds, asafoetida, sugar and salt, mix well and divide it into 2 equal portions.
4. To one portion, add 1 tsp of fruit salt and add 2 tsp of water over it.
5. When the bubbles form, mix gently and pour immediately into a greased 175 mm. (7") diameter thali.
6. Shake the thali clockwise to spread the batter evenly.
7. Steam in a steamer for 10 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked.
8. Cool slightly and cut into square pieces.
9. Repeat with the remaining batter and other ingredients to make 1 more thali. Serve immediately.

Nutrient values Per Serving :-

Calories :-    160

Protein:-        11.0gm

Carbohydrates:-27.5gm

Fat:-0.6gm

Fibre:- 0.5gm

Iron:-1.9mg

Folic acid:-64.6mcg

Zinc:-1.3mg