20% of the WHO 25g/day free-sugar guideline
What it takes to burn this off
Estimated for a typical 70kg (154 lb) adult — actual calories burned vary by body weight, pace, and fitness level. General reference only, not personalized advice.
Dhokla looks and tastes savory, but a typical Gujarati khaman recipe does add a little sugar — to the batter for balance, and to the tempering water that soaks into the top. It's still a modest amount per serving, and the gram-flour base makes it a gentler choice than most fried snacks.
Figures are for general reference, not personalized medical guidance; always confirm with a lab-tested label or professional for dietary decisions.
Source: Recipe-based estimate (~2-3g sugar per ~40g piece) — khaman recipes add sugar to the batter and often to the tempering water poured over the top, so the figure depends on the cook. Total carbs: recipe estimate for a gram-flour (besan) base. GI: medium — gram flour digests more slowly than refined wheat or rice flour, and the batter is fermented/steamed rather than fried; no single tested figure is used here. (last verified 2026-10-21)