Dhuska Recipe | Jharkhand Famous Street Food
Street food is ready-to-eat food sold by a vendor or hawker in a street or other public place. It is meant for immediate consumption. Even though street foods are regional, some have become popular beyond their region of origin.
Healthy street food options
Now the question is can we make street food healthy? The Answer is Yes. We can make changes in the ingredients without hampering the taste to make it more healthier. Talking about eastern India, Jharkhand is a well-known place. There are several dishes famous in this region.
Famous Street food of Jharkhand?
One of the famous street food items of Jharkhand is Dhaka.
How to make dhuska?
Dhuska or Dhooska is a popular deep-fried snack consumed all over Jharkhand, India. It is a savoury fried bread dish whose main ingredients are powdered chana dal, powdered rice, and sometimes boiled potatoes. The flatbread is deep-fried and served with chutney.
FFD which works in the field of Diabetes Reversal has a list of diabetes-friendly recipes. They try to modify, add and give a twist to the recipes in such a way that diabetics can consume them without any guilt.
What makes dhuska special?
Any food item having dals is great for diabetics. This recipe has all the goodness of chana dal plus a choice of brown rice adds to its diabetes-friendly points. Interestingly, this FFD recipe avoids the usage of potatoes too.
| Course | Snacks |
| Cuisine | Indian |
| Preparation time | 10 min |
| Cooking time | 15-20 min |
| Servings | 4 |
Dhuska Recipe for Diabetes
Dhuska Ingredients
- 1 Cup Brown Rice (Soaked overnight)
- 1 Cup Split Bengal Gram/ Chana Dal (Soaked overnight)
- ½ Inch Ginger
- 2 Green Chilli
- ¼ Tsp Turmeric Powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for shallow frying
Method
- Grind rice and dal along with ginger, green chili, cumin, salt, and turmeric powder into a smooth paste.
- Heat the pan.
- Smear it with 1 tsp oil.
- Pour a tablespoon of batter into the pan and spread it.
- Pour 1 tsp oil around it.
- Fry till golden on both sides.
- Serve Dhuska hot with chutney.
Modification and innovation of foods to make them healthier is always a good idea. This Dhuska recipe is one such snack that can be definitely added to a diabetic's food list. Go for it. FFD's recipe section has many such good recipes useful for diabetics.
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FAQs
What is Dhuska?
Dhuska is a popular deep-fried snack consumed all over Jharkhand, India. It made with powdered chana dal, rice, and sometimes boiled potatoes. The crispy flatbread is served with chutney.
What are the main ingredients in Dhuska?
Dhuska is made with Brown Rice , chana dal (Bengal gram), green chilies, garlic, and cumin seeds.
How do I prepare Dhuska?
Grind rice and dal along with ginger, green chili, cumin, salt, and turmeric powder into a smooth paste. And Fry till golden on both sides. And Serve Dhuska hot with chutney.
Is Dhuska gluten-free?
Yes, Dhuska is naturally gluten-free as it is made from rice and chana dal without any wheat-based ingredients.
Can diabetics eat Duska?
Yes, Food item having dals is great for diabetics. This recipe has all the goodness of chana dal plus a choice of brown rice adds to its diabetes-friendly points.
How much Dhuska is safe for diabetics to eat?
Diabetics can enjoy Dhuska in small portions, about 1-2 pieces, as an occasional treat. It’s best to limit intake and pair it with a fiber-rich side, like a salad, chutney, to help manage blood sugar levels.
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