Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe

I am Memona Adnan, a home chef who truly loves cooking comforting traditional food, especially recipes that make Ramadan Iftar more special Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe 💛

Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe is one of those timeless dishes that instantly brings joy to the table.

Soft, fluffy bhallay soaked in creamy yogurt with tangy chutneys are a must-have during Ramadan, and this recipe is my go-to version that always turns out perfect.

This Besan Dahi Bhalla recipe is made completely with gram flour and simple spices.

There are no lentils involved, yet the texture is light, airy, and beautifully soft from the inside while lightly crisp on the outside. It’s a beginner-friendly recipe that doesn’t require any fancy tools or ingredients, making it ideal for home cooks all over the world.

What I love most about this recipe is how reliable it is. The batter comes together easily, and with proper whisking, the bhallay become incredibly soft.

This Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe is also freezer-friendly, which makes it perfect for Ramadan meal prep. You can prepare the bhallay in advance, freeze them, and enjoy stress-free Iftar anytime 🌙

Besan Dahi Bhallay are not just a snack, they are a tradition. Whether you’re serving them for Iftar, family gatherings, or weekend treats, they always disappear quickly from the table 😍

Ingredients

Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe

2 cups gram flour (besan)
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon chaat masala
1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 to 1½ cups water (as needed)
Oil for frying

For Serving

Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe

Chilled yogurt (dahi)
Tamarind chutney
Green chutney
Chaat masala

Start by adding gram flour to a large mixing bowl. Add red chili powder, cumin powder, red chili flakes, chaat masala, carom seeds, salt, and turmeric powder. Mix all the dry ingredients well so the spices are evenly distributed.

How to Make Besan Dahi Bhalla

Now gradually add water and mix to form a smooth batter.

The batter should be thick but flowing, similar to a thick pancake batter. Once the batter is mixed, begin whisking it continuously for 5 to 8 minutes using a spoon or hand whisk.

This step is very important.

Whisking adds air to the batter, making the bhallay light and fluffy. You will notice the batter becoming smoother and slightly lighter in color.

After whisking, add baking soda and gently mix it into the batter. Do not overmix at this stage.

Heat oil in a deep pan on medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully drop small portions of batter into the oil using a spoon or your hand.

Fry the bhallay on medium heat, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and evenly cooked. Frying on medium heat ensures the bhallay cook well from the inside without burning.

Remove the fried bhallay and place them on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.

Take a bowl of warm water and add the bhallay to it. Let them soak for about 5 minutes.

This step softens the bhallay and gives them their signature melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Gently press each bhalla between your palms to remove excess water.

To serve, arrange the bhallay on a plate. Pour chilled yogurt generously over them.

Drizzle tamarind chutney and green chutney according to your taste. Finish with a sprinkle of chaat masala for that classic street-style flavor.

These Besan Dahi Bhallay taste just like street food but are much fresher and healthier when made at home.

They are perfect for Ramadan Iftar, vegetarian snacks, chaat lovers, and anyone who enjoys traditional comfort food.

You can also freeze the fried bhallay for up to two months. Whenever needed, simply soak them in warm water, add yogurt and chutneys, and your Iftar dish is ready in minutes. This makes them one of the best Ramadan food preparation recipes 👍

If you enjoy chaat recipes, you can also explore more recipe category favorites like papri chaat, aloo chaat, yogurt chaat, and other easy Iftar snacks to complete your Ramadan menu.

Enjoy!! Besan Dahi Bhalla Recipe.