Dhokla — 3-4 pieces
Illustrative image (AI-generated)

Dhokla

ढोकला · ధోక్లా

Steamed fermented gram flour snack from Gujarat. Lower GI than fried snacks due to steaming and besan base. Light and protein-rich.

45
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
45
Glycemic Index
Estimated
8
Glycemic Load
100g
Serving Size
140
Calories
Per serving: 3-4 pieces

Calories & Nutrition: Dhokla (3-4 pieces)

22g
Carbs
4g
Sugars
3g
Fiber
5g
Protein
3.5g
Fat

Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.

SnacksGujarativegan

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

One of the healthiest Indian snacks — steamed, not fried, fermented for better digestion. The mustard seed tadka adds flavor without GI impact.

Dhokla and blood sugar: common questions

Answers per serving (3-4 pieces).

In English

What is the glycemic index of Dhokla?

Dhokla has a glycemic index of 45, which is classified as Low GI.

Does Dhokla increase blood sugar?

Dhokla has a low glycemic index (45), so it raises blood sugar slowly. In normal portions it is generally a safe choice for people managing blood sugar.

Is Dhokla good for sugar patients (diabetics)?

Dhokla is a low-GI food (GI 45), making it a good choice for people managing diabetes when eaten in sensible portions.

What is the glycemic load of Dhokla?

Dhokla has a glycemic load of 8 per serving (3-4 pieces).

Hindi mein

Dhokla ka sugar (GI) kitna hota hai?

Dhokla ka glycemic index (GI) 45 hai, jo kam (low) mana jata hai. Ek serving (3-4 pieces) ka glycemic load (GL) 8 hai, aur isme lagbhag 4g sugar aur 22g carbohydrate hota hai.

Kya dhokla khane se sugar badhti hai?

Dhokla ka GI kam (45) hai, isliye yeh blood sugar ko dheere-dheere badhata hai. Normal matra mein khane se sugar achanak nahi badhti.

Kya sugar ke mareez dhokla kha sakte hain?

Haan. Dhokla ka GI kam hai, isliye sugar ke mareez ise sahi matra mein kha sakte hain.

Dhokla mein kitni calorie hoti hai?

Ek serving (3-4 pieces) dhokla mein lagbhag 140 calorie hoti hain, saath mein 22g carbohydrate, 5g protein aur 3g fiber.

GI Source: Estimated from ingredients · How we source GI data · Part of our complete list of low-GI Indian foods

Similar Foods

Other foods you might enjoy

Sprout Chaat — 1 medium bowlGI 25· Low

Sprout Chaat

अंकुरित चाट · మొలకల చాట్

Mixed sprouts salad with onions, tomatoes, and lemon. One of the healthiest Indian snacks — high protein, low GI.

North IndianMaharashtrianGujarati
GL 3100 kcal1 medium bowl
Idli — 3 medium idlisGI 69· Medium

Idli

इडली · ఇడ్లి

Steamed fermented rice and urad dal cake. South Indian staple breakfast. Fermentation slightly lowers GI and improves digestibility.

South IndianTamilAndhra+2
GL 14150 kcal3 medium idlis