One Pot Gujarati Dal Dhokli In 7 Easy Steps

Step 1:

Wash toor dal and pressure cook with 1½ cups water and a pinch of turmeric for 3–4 whistles. Mash it well and set aside.

Step 2:

Combine wheat flour, besan, turmeric, ajwain, red chili powder, salt and oil. Knead into a soft dough using water. Rest for 10 mins.

Step 3:

Roll the dough into thin circles (like roti). Cut into diamonds or squares using a knife or pizza cutter.

Step 4:

Heat ghee/oil in a deep pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin, hing, curry leaves and green chilies. Pour in the mashed dal and 1½ cups water.

Step 5:

Stir in jaggery, tamarind pulp, chili powder, salt and bring it to a gentle boil. Adjust water for desired consistency.

Step 6:

Gently add the dough pieces one by one into the simmering dal. Stir occasionally so they don’t stick. Cook uncovered for 12–15 mins until dhokli softens.

Step 7:

Top with chopped coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot with ghee on top or papad on the side.