Dhuska Recipe: A Traditional Delight of Eastern India
Discover the rich flavors of Bihar with our Dhuska Recipe. Crispy, golden-brown Dhuska, a traditional Eastern Indian snack made from rice and lentil batter, is a beloved street food. Our step-by-step guide ensures a perfect batch every time. Serve it with aloo dum or chana dal curry for an authentic experience. Explore the cultural importance and learn essential tips for this delightful dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- ½ cup chana dal (Split Bengal Gram)
- ¼ cup urad dal (Split Black Gram)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 green chili, chopped
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the rice and dals separately and soak them overnight or for at least 4-5 hours in enough water.
- Drain the water from the soaked rice and dals and grind them separately in a mixer grinder or food processor to a fine paste. Add a little water if necessary.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground rice and dal, cumin seeds, chopped green chili, grated ginger, and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Add water gradually to the mixture to form a batter of pouring consistency. Keep it aside for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, take a ladleful of batter and pour it into the oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Remove the fried Dhuska from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve hot with aloo dum or chana dal curry, and mint or tamarind chutney.
