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Dhokla: Calories, Protein & Macros
A 1 piece serving of Dhokla has 87 kcal, 5.4g protein, 12.3g carbs and 2.1g fat — 6.2g of protein per 100 kcal. It's a vegetarian cooked dish from the recipes group, logged directly in IRONSLOG's 1,579-item Indian food database.
What's in a standard serving of Dhokla?
A 1 piece serving has 87 kcal, 5.4g protein, 12.3g carbohydrate, 2.1g fat and 2g fiber. Per 100 g it's 216.5 kcal, 13.4g protein, 30.7g carbs and 5.3g fat — use the per-100g figures to rescale for whatever portion is actually eaten.
How does Dhokla fit a cut vs a bulk?
At 6.2g of protein per 100 kcal, Dhokla is more calorie-dense than protein-dense — on a calorie deficit (a cut) it's worth measuring the portion carefully so it doesn't crowd out higher-protein foods within a fixed calorie budget. On a calorie surplus (a bulk) that same calorie density is an advantage — it's an easy way to add calories without needing a large plate.
How much Dhokla should I eat?
The dataset's reference serving is 1 piece (40 g), giving the 87 kcal and 5.4g protein above. Most people fit 1-2 servings into a single meal depending on the rest of the plate and their daily calorie target — log the actual amount eaten in IRONSLOG rather than assuming one fixed serving every time.
What can I swap for Dhokla?
- Sattu drink — vegetarian, 23 kcal per 100 g, 2.6g protein per 100 kcal
- Sprouted moong salad — vegetarian, 38 kcal per 100 g, 6.1g protein per 100 kcal
- Chana Dal (Bengal Gram) — vegetarian, 329 kcal per 100 g, 6.6g protein per 100 kcal
| Metric | Per 1 piece | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | 216.5 kcal |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 13.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 30.7 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g | 5.3 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 4.9 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 6.2 g | 6.2 g |
Key takeaways
- A 1 piece serving of Dhokla has 87 kcal and 5.4g protein.
- Dhokla carries 6.2g of protein per 100 kcal — more calorie-dense than protein-dense.
- It's a vegetarian cooked dish in the recipes group.
- Nutrition data is from the Indian Nutrient Databank / IFCT 2017, not estimated.
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Try IRONSLOG freeFrequently asked questions
How much protein is in Dhokla?
13.4g per 100 g, or 5.4g in a 1 piece serving — 6.2g of protein per 100 kcal.
Is Dhokla vegetarian?
Yes — Dhokla is vegetarian.
Can I log Dhokla in IRONSLOG?
Yes — Dhokla is one of the 1,579 items in IRONSLOG's Indian food database, searchable directly from the nutrition log.