Khaman Dhokla with Beetroot and Hidden Goodies - A Nutritious Snack for Kids!
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It's a battle to get kids to eat their veggies, but fret not! Here's a fun twist on a classic Indian snack - Khaman Dhokla with hidden beetroot and a sprinkle of herbs and nuts.
Recipe Idea:Transform your Dhokla into a colorful, tasty, and nutritious treat that will make kids go gaga over their favorite snack. Simply replace the traditional gram flour batter with an infused beetroot puree for a natural hue and nutrient boost. Finely chopped herbs and nuts add an extra punch of wholesome goodness, ensuring your little ones get their daily dose of essential vitamins and minerals.
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Let's Get Cooking!
Ingredients
- 2 cups gram flour (freshly ground soaked for 30 minutes)
- 1 cup beetroot paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ghee/oil
- 2 tbsp our website's 5 herbs and 7 nuts savoury spread
- For Tempering
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 15 curry leaves
- 2 sliced green chili (optional)
- 1 handful coriander leaves
Procedure
- Mix gram flour (soaked and drained), beetroot paste, salt, ghee, and our website's 5 herbs and 7 nuts savoury spread. Let it rest for 1-2 hours to ferment.
- Pour the fermented batter into greased molds and steam at medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until set.
- For the tempering, heat a pan with ghee. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chili (if desired). Once the seeds splutter, pour the mixture over the steamed dhokla.
- Garnish with coriander leaves, and serve with your favorite chutney. Enjoy a delightful and healthy snack perfect for young and old alike!
This dhokla not only appeals to kids with its vibrant color and unique flavor, but it also ensures they receive essential nutrients from the hidden ingredients. Win-win!
[1] The benefits of beetroot consumption for children's health. (n.d.). https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/beetroot-for-children
[2] The health benefits of herbs and spices for children's growth and development. (n.d.). https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/herbs-and-spices-that-support-childhood-development
[3] Understanding the role of nuts in childhood nutrition. (n.d.). https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/nutritional-benefits-of-nuts-for-children
[4] Fundamentals of Ayurvedic Nutrition: An Introduction, by Dr. Vasant Lad (2002)
- Encourage growth and development in children through healthy-cooking by incorporating beetroot, rich in nutrients beneficial for children's health, into meals like the Khaman Dhokla. [Reference: 1]
- Brain development in children can be supported with the inclusion of herbs and spices in their diet, such as those found in our website's 5 herbs and 7 nuts savoury spread used in the Khaman Dhokla recipe. [Reference: 2]
- Nuts play an essential role in childhood nutrition, adding wholesome goodness to dishes like the Khaman Dhokla, which makes it a perfect option for balanced and nutritious food-and-drink choices. [Reference: 3]
- Adopting a home-and-garden lifestyle that prioritizes nutrition and healthy-cooking can lead to a family lifestyle that fosters growth and development in children, as demonstrated in the recipe for Khaman Dhokla. [Reference: 4]
