Watch: Italian vlogger's 'chickpea bread' recipe has Indians saying, 'That's Dhokla!'
An Italian influencer's attempt at making 'chickpea bread' has taken the internet by storm, thanks to a flood of comments from Indians! Curious why this video is going viral? Let's find out!
Italian vlogger Angelo Coassin recently shared a video on Instagram showcasing his 'chickpea bread' recipe as a quick and healthy lunch idea.?
In the video, Angelo demonstrates how to blend chickpeas, an egg, and some flour into a smooth paste, which he then microwaves for just 4 minutes.?
He cuts the freshly baked bread into burger buns and fills them with tomatoes, Italian prosciutto, burrata cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil for a delicious meal.
Accompanying the video, Angelo wrote, "If you are looking for a quick and healthy lunch, my super easy bread made with just chickpeas from a can and one egg is what you were looking for!"
"I always make this bread and use it to make a sandwich when I don't have time to cook but I still want to enjoy a nice meal!," he adds.
But what really caught people's attention was how the recipe was very similar to dhokla, a beloved Gujarati snack.?
Dhokla is a popular Indian snack from Gujarat made of fermented rice and chickpea flour. This savory steamed cake is light, spongy, and tangy, often served with chutneys.?
It's prepared by mixing besan (chickpea flour) with yogurt and spices, then steaming the batter. Garnished with mustard seeds and curry leaves, dhokla is a favorite at breakfasts, snacks, and festive occasions.
The resemblance was striking enough that Indian fans flocked to the comments section to share their excitement.?
One viewer wrote, "Sorry, that's dhokla!" while another joked, "Dhokla goes to Italy!" A third comment read, "Excuse me, that's Indian dhokla!"
The enthusiastic response from Indian viewers made the video go viral, sparking a delightful cross-cultural conversation about this beloved snack.
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