Gujarat Surti Locho Steamed Soft Gram Flour Surat Snack

Method

1. 1

   Whisk besan, yogurt, ginger-chilli paste, turmeric and salt until completely smooth.

2. 2

   Add Eno fruit salt just before steaming. Stir immediately.

3. 3

   Pour into a greased deep tray or bowl.

4. 4

   Steam on medium-high for 12 to 15 minutes until set.

5. 5

   Unlike dhokla, locho should be very soft and moist in the centre.

6. 6

   While still in the tray break it into irregular chunks using a spoon — it should be soft and fall apart easily.

7. 7

   Heat 2 tbsp oil. Add mustard seeds — pop. Pour over the broken locho.

8. 8

   Top with sev, finely chopped raw onion, red chilli powder, cumin powder, coriander and lemon juice.

9. 9

   Serve immediately in the tray or bowl.